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Governor makes appointment to Barrier Free Design Board
April 11, 2013
LANSING, Mich. - Gov. Rick Snyder today announced the appointment of Jeffrey Spencer, of Davisburg, to the Barrier Free Design Board.
The nine-member board assists the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs with reviewing and processing requests for exceptions to the barrier free design specifications. It also makes recommendations for barrier free design rules.
"Jeffrey brings more than 40 years of experience to the board and I appreciate his willingness to serve in this role," said Snyder.
Spencer is the building reviewer and inspector for the city of Auburn Hills, a position he has held for more than 25 years. He previously served as a carpenter and project coordinator for St. Joseph Mercy Oakland in Pontiac. Spencer is a member and former president of the Oakland County Building Officials Association and a member of the Southeast Michigan Building Officials and Inspectors Association. He holds an associate degree in industrial technology from Baker College. Spencer will represent building inspectors and fills the vacancy created by the resignation of Jerry Harkness.
Spencer will serve the remainder of a three-year term that expires Oct. 31, 2013, and his appointment is subject to the advice and consent of the Senate. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Electric utilities, whether they are investor-owned, municipal or cooperatives, are compelled to keep the big picture in mind.
Centralized generation, energy equitability and cost-effective, resilient delivery have historically been key to their reputations with customers. Utility-scale describes a mission built around massive power plants, interstate transmission lines, secured substations, and complex distribution lines.
Utilities spend at least $100 billion annually on a continual modernization of transmission and distribution systems. The capital spent will only grow if society is to reach net zero goals.
But even the giants think small sometimes. More and more, utilities are finding value in microgrids and distributed energy resources such as solar, wind and batteries.
The upcoming Microgrid Knowledge Conference will welcome a high-level representation of utilities and public power providers to talk about their focus on DERs, both aggregated and otherwise. Microgrid 2024 is happening April 22-24 at the Marriott Waterfront along Baltimore’s Inner Harbor.
Spotlighted speakers from the investor owned utility, municipal and co-op sectors at MGK will include Cobb EMC of Georgia, American Municipal Power, Ameren, Duke Energy, Georgia Power, Baltimore Gas & Electric, EPB of Chattanooga, Tenn., Exelon, Pacific Gas & Electric and Southern California Edison.
The meshing of ideas and innovations linking the main grid with microgrids connects the now and future goals of the energy transition. Although decentralized power generation is surely a movement of its own, the legacy utilities are not standing on the sidelines.
The rising tide of microgrids and aggregated DERs can lift all participants. Leaders from other sectors in the electricity value chain coming to Microgrid Knowledge 2024 include those at the federal and state level, financiers, data centers, fleet electrification and EV charging, developers and power generation equipment manufacturers, among others.
Microgrid Knowledge 2024 will include more than 20 sessions featuring more than 70 industry leaders. Registration is open and the conference schedule can be found here. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2023
United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. 44,000+ student leaders from 3,300+ campuses across 170+ nations applied to join the Class of 2023. 260+ campuses worldwide (just 9%) in 38 countries were selected to host 4,000+ Millennium Fellows for the Class of 2023.
UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT KEHINDE AROWOLO, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2023.
Obafemi Awolowo University | Ife, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 3 & UNAI 9
Millennium Fellowship Project: The Heal G(irl) Initiative
This project is titled "HEAL G(IRL) which is powered by the Sustainable Development Goal "SDG 3" ( Good health and well being)
Mental health is more than absence of mental disorders, it exists on a complex continuum which is experienced differently from one person to the next, with varying degrees of difficulty and distress and potentially very different social and clinical outcomes. Mental health conditions include mental disorders and psychological disabilities as well as other mental state associated with significant distress, impairment in functioning or risk of self harm.
According to the statistics released by World health organization on 2022 world mental health day, it indicates the youth mental health crisis continue to grow and despite what many may believe, mental disorder is very common among youths especially young girls between the age of 10 and 25 which covers 33.2% as a result of many factors like depression, anxiety and so on. To reduce the rate of the complexity of mental health among young girls, this project is aimed at providing information to young girls on how to cope, manage and prevent any factor that can affect their mental health which will be aiming to rescue and train a total minimum of 200 girls per year by organizing a bimonthly secondary school outreach to increase awareness about mental health among young girls, building and establishing a social media page where periodic rich content will be projected to further increase awarenesses, organizing seminars and partnering with health organization for periodic checkups and readily available medical attention.
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AROWOLO Kehinde Abosede is currently a 200 Level student studying Education and Biology in the Department of Science and Technology Education at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife, Osun state, Nigeria.
She's a unique lady who possesses a deep passion for topics relating to the well-being of young girls. This passion has driven her to volunteer for esteemed organizations. Through her project, she hopes to bring young girls to another stage of mental wellness and sustainability. After she graduates, she's planning to earn a master's degree in Early Childhood Education and work in a field that provides wellness to young girls. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Having too many romantic options can lead to unhappiness, ultimately one must follow their own beliefs and desires without trying to please everyone
I am a 32-year-old girl with an issue that has been bothering me for days. I am conflicted about whom to marry, even though I have not one, not two but three eligible suitors. Mr A has been in my life for the longest and is approved by my family. However, I find him dull, and not very social. Mr B had been my college romance and we are deeply attracted to each other but he does quite poorly in the department of career. Mr C, whom I met recently on a dating site seems to tick all the boxes like looks, chemistry, family, career but my family somehow is averse to the idea that he doesn't belong to our caste and that we met online.
I am almost stuck in this dilemma and find it hard to decide. Is there a way I could perhaps decide since I am constantly vacillating and refusing to let go of any of them?
One would believe that having too many options would automatically make us happier. But ever been to a buffet and felt confused about which dishes to
try and which ones to skip? Interestingly the paradox of choices due to having too many options to choose from makes people unhappy, discontented and confused.
Having to choose between too many romantic choices is like going to a buffet spread and not being tempted by the variety and going back home full yet guilty.
Actionable advice: I am glad that you are open to the idea of seeking help to clear out your headspace. Start by setting a clear cut deadline for yourself by which you would decide. Next, eliminate the one choice whom you have the least desirability for.
Work on your life plan and see who fits in the best based on your beliefs, choices, needs and desires for life. Keyword at play here is "YOU" and in this quest, you can not try to please everyone else.
Movie that may resonate: 'There's something about Mary', a fun watch about a girl who has too many ideal suitors.
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During His mortal life Christ chose to experience pains and afflictions in order to understand us. Perhaps we also need to experience the depths of mortality in order to understand Him and our eternal purposes.
– Elder Kent F. Richards, “The Atonement Covers All Pain,” General Conference, April 2011
When we were in the midst of our infertility journey I was on a trying-to-conceive forum and specifically in an infertility section. Someone asked the question “How did you overcome infertility?” I knew what she was asking. She was asking for procedures and medications. She wanted to know what other people had done that got them their kids. At that point all we had to show were 3 failed IUIs, an endometriosis surgery, an IVF miscarriage and a few failed IVFs. But every time I saw that thread come to the top my answer to myself was always, “Faith.”
It will comfort us when we must wait in distress for the Savior’s promised relief that He knows, from experience, how to heal and help us. The Book of Mormon gives us the certain assurance of His power to comfort. And faith in that power will give us patience as we pray and work and wait for help. He could have known how to succor us simply by revelation, but He chose to learn by His own personal experience.
– President Henry B. Eyring, “Adversity,” General Conference, April 2009
Medicine did not help us overcome infertility. Children did not help us beat infertility. Infertility will always be with us, always be part of who we are. Faith helped me overcome infertility. Prayer helped us get through our struggles. At different points we each can say we have never prayed harder than we did then, and we were praying for the other person, not for ourselves.
Healing blessings come in many ways, each suited to our individual needs, as known to Him who loves us best. Sometimes a “healing” cures our illness or lifts our burden. But sometimes we are “healed” by being given strength or understanding or patience to bear the burdens placed upon us.
– Elder Dallin H. Oaks, “He Heals the Heavy Laden,” General Conference, October 2006
It required a lot of medical help and faith in that medicine to get us children. But it was with faith that we overcame infertility, before we even had children. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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A federal Medicaid advisory panel wants Congress to slow down reductions in payments to disproportionate-share hospitals and change an outdated methodology used for allocating spending under the program.
The Medicaid and CHIP Payment and Access Commission on Thursday voted 16-1 to include its recommendations on DSH payment changes in its annual report sent to Congress later this year.
Currently DSH cuts are expected to go into effect in October, the start of federal fiscal 2020. DSH payments are expected to be cut by $4 billion in October 2019 and $8 billion per year for fiscal 2021 through 2025.
MACPAC recommended phasing in the cuts more gradually, decreasing funding by $2 billion this October. The cuts would rise to $4 billion in fiscal 2021, $6 billion in 2022 and $8 billion a year in fiscal 2023 through 2029.
Easing the DSH cuts will give hospitals and states more time to mitigate the impact of the funding decrease, the commission said.
Congress may delay the DSH cuts as well. The payment changes were supposed to go into effect in federal fiscal 2019 but were delayed by Congress in a budget bill passed in February 2018.
The panel also approved a recommendation for Congress to revise federal law to apply the cuts to states with projected unspent DSH allotments before decreasing funding to other states.
States that don't spend their full allotment for DSH will have whatever is unspent deducted in the next year.
This approach will minimize the cuts in DSH funds paid to providers. According to MACPAC, $1.2 billion in DSH allotments went unspent in fiscal 2016.
"The amount of unspent funds has been relatively consistent over the past several years," the panel's recommendation said.
But some panel members were concerned about another recommendation that changes how DSH funding is allocated to states.
MACPAC recommended that HHS develop a new methodology to spread out the cuts so that states with a high number of low-income individuals will see their portion cut by less. The methodology would also adjust for differences in hospital costs in different geographic areas, the panel added.
"The number of low-income individuals in a state relates to hospital uncompensated care costs and is independent of state policy choices," the panel's recommendation said.
This would be a drastic change from the current system of how DHS payments are allocated to states. Currently a DSH allotment is based on spending from 1992 and adjusted for inflation.
But several panel members said that state policy choices do affect uncompensated-care costs. They wanted the uninsured rate to be the determining factor of the methodology instead of using low-income population.
Commissioner Charles Milligan, CEO of the Medicaid managed-care organization UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of New Mexico, said that if a state doesn't expand Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act then it could impact uncompensated care for hospitals.
Other commission members said that the uninsured rate needs to be factored into the methodology.
"I do believe the uninsured rate, which does have a strong correlation to uncompensated care, is something that is fundamental," said Darin Gordon, president of a consulting firm. Gordon was the lone "no" vote on the slate of recommendations. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
I’ve shared many times before how much I love LeapFrog and its innovative, educational toys and games for children. We have a house full of LeapFrog toys including the brand new LeapPad Platinum tablet and my boys play with them all.
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Of course, I should have known that LeapFrog had innovations planned that I hadn’t even realized I wanted. And that’s exactly what the LeapFrog Epic is…an innovation!
Rather than a tablet-style gaming system running software specifically designed for the device, the LeapFrog Epic is a genuine tablet for children, complete with the Android 4.4 KitKat operating system!
Now even though the LeapFrog Epic is a genuine tablet, that doesn’t mean that it’s not an appropriate choice for even young children to use.
While the Epic is able to download third-party apps from Google Play, the available apps are only those that have been approved by LeapFrog as being both kid-safe and educational. As an added bonus, there are no ads or in-app purchases in any of the available apps!
When children are older and ready for a little more freedom, parents do have the option of installing the Amazon App Store to the tablet and/or choosing an open browser setting for unrestricted Internet browsing.
I love the fact that this tablet grows with a child so that preschool kids can search their favourite topics and find only age-appropriate results, but older kids can browse more thoroughly!
Because this is a tablet and not a gaming system, the one thing that it can’t do is play the LeapFrog cartridge games. But the ability to download approved third-party apps means that there is more than enough to entertain kids for hours on end.
And the playable home screen alone is sure to be a hit with both preschool and school-aged kids. The real-time clock and weather even animate the city home screen with accurate weather and daylight!
Overall, the LeapFrog Epic has everything I want in a children’s tablet with nothing I don’t. The versatility is great and I love the fact that it will grow with my boys.
Since Zackary is old enough to have a little more freedom when browsing online and Benjamin still can’t recognize a link that might be inappropriate, being able to set up different user profiles for my two boys is a great advantage as well.
And, best of all, I can even restrict the time the boys are allowed to use the tablet so that they don’t spend hours in front of a screen!
The LeapFrog Epic is available at stores across North America for $139.00 and is sure to be a hot holiday pick for Christmas gifts this year.
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Y'Lan Noel, Lex Scott Davis and Marisa Tomei star in the The Purge prequel, The First Purge aka The Purge 4. Watch the trailer below. To lower the yearly crime rate, the government test a sociological theory that vents aggression for one night in an urban community.
Release Date: July 4, 2018
Studio: Universal Pictures
Genre: Action, Horror, Thriller, Prequel
Director: Gerard McMurray
Screenwriter: James DeMonaco
Cast: Y'Lan Noel, Lex Scott Davis, Joivan Wade, Luna Lauren Velez, Marisa Tomei
Running Time: Unknown
MPAA Rating: Not yet rated
Official Website: TheFirstPurge.com
To push the crime rate below one percent for the rest of the year, the New Founding Fathers of America (NFFA) test a sociological theory that vents aggression for one night in one isolated community. But when the violence of oppressors meets the rage of the marginalized, the contagion will explode from the trial-city borders and spread across the nation.
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Building fitness at home to prepare for hiking season
With the latest announcements surrounding COVID 19 and lock down laws easing slightly as of this weekend its time to start considering what your “mountain” fitness is currently?
Have you used the isolation period wisely and kept up a fitness regime that will see you flying up the mountains at your pre COVID 19 pace? Or did you become a bit of a couch potato during lockdown?
No judgement either way but with most national parks reopening as of midnight Friday (See park alerts for more info: https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/) its definitely time to start a home fitness plan if you haven’t already!
General bodyweight exercises like running, squats, lunges and balance work are a great way to start a home fitness program, and most of these can be done without any expensive equipment! Good cardiovascular fitness, leg strength and stamina are all important for hiking fitness and all of these can be achieved without a gym and within your local area! Head down to the local park, run around the block or just complete some basic bodyweight exercises in your backyard.
If you are looking for some motivation or ideas to get started the best way to approach a new fitness program is simplicity. Don’t go hard out in the first few days, you want to set yourself up to continue on with your program, not burn out and get sick of it within a week! Message some friends to join you on a 4-week challenge and keep each other motivated.
A sample program at home could look like: Plan to workout 4 days per week, combining one day of bodyweight exercises in the backyard (squats, push ups, lunges, mountain climbers, step ups, situps-10 reps of each exercise, 3-5 sets of each), followed by a cardio workout the following day (Run or walk depending on your fitness, injuries, etc), then a rest day and repeat.
Day 1: Bodyweight strength session
Day 2: 30 Minute Run/Walk
Day 3: Rest Day
Day 4: Bodyweight strength session
Day 5: 30 Minute Run/Walk
Day 6: Rest Day
Day 7: Yoga or stretching session
The second week of your program you could aim to complete more reps, run a little further or add in some weight to your exercises. Each week gradually make your workouts slightly harder or longer so you are continuing to progress with your fitness.
Once the lockdown is fully lifted Mt barney lodge will be offering a wide range of guided mountain hikes and mountain fit programs again! You can view available options on our new website: https://www.mtbarneylodge.com.au/experience/. If Your goal this year was to climb Mount Barney, we can help make it a reality!
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Excellent lessons today, everyone! And, (most) of you are developing a consistent practice routine. Now, adding more time each day to those practice sessions will only accelerate your pianistic ambitions! And, the theme for all of you this week is SMART practice ~
You’re such a cad! Budding comedian. You are clever, buddy, now if you only could just focus your brilliant mind more while practicing and in the lessons, playing and learning piano will be much more enjoyable and productive!
Not bad today, last week was better, but this is the nature of progress ~ 2 steps forward, 1 step back. You are like no other student I have taught, Ahaan, I and your parents have the privilege of witnessing the birth of a true artist.
You are naturally talented! Helps having a fine musician as a parent;) Now, please just imagine where and how fast you might be if you practiced 30 minutes everyday?
Making progress! Now, imagine where and how fast you might be if you practiced more than 5 minutes per day?! 30 MINUTE CHALLENGE for you, too!
I am so happy to have you as a student. I hope you are enjoying learning the piano, you do practice! Remember, FEEL the rhythmic pattern (the beat) of each song, STRONG FINGERS, pushing your wrists forward and elbows out in CIRCULAR motions. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Food labelling regulations are complex, making it harder for consumers to understand them. This class aim is to help you navigate the food packaging’s world with more clarity, to navigate nutritional info on packaging and to give you an understanding of the meaning behind the names listed and to introduce you to government’s legislations about labelling, so that you can discern which foods are cleaner than others and ultimately make healthier choices. Knowledge is power. Reading the labels in products is your Superpower as a consumer!
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If you haven't played Fist Fighter or want to try this action video game, download it now for free! Published in 1993 by Zeppelin Games Limited, Fist Fighter was an above-average fighting title in its time.
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Decorative Christmas Swag Sale
Date(s) - 11/27/2020 - 11/28/2020
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Trifilo Garden Center
The Calaveras County Garden Club will be selling beautifully hand crafted Christmas Swags at Trifilo Garden Center.
Our swags are made from fresh greens gathered by our members and embellished with bows, ribbons, and a variety of holiday decorations..
This is a fundraiser in order for our club to award college scholarships to graduating seniors next May.
We welcome everyone to come by and find the perfect Christmas tree wreaths (sold by Trifilo Garden Center ) and chose the perfect swag for your front door or elsewhere in your home.
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It is obvious why property in Heuwelsig Estate, Centurion West is so popular. Firstly, the prime location attracts a large share of the consumers and then the mixed architecture and then finally the property usage in the estate which consists of freestanding homes, townhouses and apartments. With other estates like Silver Wood Estate, Stone Ridge Estate and Sevilla Estate also in close proximity it is clear that the region is far from fully developed and that the demand will maintain its momentum adding an ever increasing value to the properties in Heuwilsig and surrounding estates.
The various property uses means a large platform of consumers are catered for from established families, first-time buyers, single people and young married couples starting a family.
As with any normal residential suburb, the sectional title side of the estate will show the most sales movement due to the affordability of these homes and this in turn adds to the demand and a steady market related increase in property values. Being in an estate does up the stakes slightly due to the exclusivity that comes with estate living.
The security of the estate is also of high standards with a 24-hour manned access point and safe perimeter walls. This means it is a child safe environment.
The freestanding homes are of course of the more elegant spacious homes which is customary of homes in estates and the property values of the freestanding homes starts at the middle-class and goes up to the prestigious end of the market.
Heuwelsig offers easy access to reputable established schools, retail outlets, commercial and industrial hubs along roads such as Ruimte Road, The N14 which connects the estate to commercial hubs in Sandton, Rivonia, Bryanston and Centurion and the N1 north and south.
Schools catering for educational needs of residents to Heuwelsig Estate are Centurion Christian School, Irene Primary School, Laerskool Raslouw and West View College. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
I am pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Sandra Davidson as provost and vice-president (academic), beginning her five-year term on July 1, 2024.
Dr. Davidson was appointed dean of the Faculty of Nursing at the University of Calgary in 2018 and has also served as deputy provost (2021-2023) for the University of Calgary. Over her 30-year career, she has served in a wide range of academic and health-care environments that span private, for-profit; public, not-for profit; and both large and small public universities. She is well known in each position for her entrepreneurial thought and creative innovation.
With her leadership, the Faculty of Nursing has more than doubled its graduate enrolment over the past six years. This has included the development and launch of eight graduate certificates and a certificate pathway leading to a master’s degree in nursing. In 2023, the faculty launched a Doctor of Nursing (DN) program with a focus on health systems transformation. This is only the second DN program in Canada. Davidson championed the development of the rural/remote community and Indigenous community pathways of the undergraduate nursing program. Through these "learn where you live" pathways, nursing students can remain in their home communities while they study as UCalgary nursing students.
Her research and scholarship focuses on leadership and complex systems, living well with chronic disease, and aging. As an innovative educator, she has been recognized nationally and internationally for her student-centred, relational practices and use of strategies such as game-based learning and simulation. She is a Fellow in both the Canadian and American Academies of Nursing.
Davidson obtained her PhD in Leadership Studies from Gonzaga University in 2011. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing at the same institution in 2001 and received her Bachelor of Nursing from the University of Lethbridge in 1996 and Diploma of Nursing from Lethbridge College in 1994.
I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to the members of the advisory search committee for the time they dedicated to this important search. They are: Kate Hamilton (AVP, Strategy and Performance), Dianne Gereluk (Dean, Werklund School of Education), Gina Grandy (Dean, Haskayne School of Business), Catherine Lebel (GFC-Faculty of Medicine), Hieu Ngo (GFC- Faculty of Social Work), Lorian Hardcastle (GFC-Faculty of Law), Kent Donlevy (TUCFA), Stefanie Hassel (MaPS), Barb McCutcheon (AUPE), James Steele (GSA), Shaziah Jinnah Morsette (SU), Keely Cameron (Alumni Association), and Nannette Ho-Covernton (Community Representative).
Special thanks to Dr. Penny Werthner for her leadership and dedication to the University of Calgary over the past two years. Dr. Werthner has acted as interim provost since August of 2022, and during that time she worked tirelessly to establish stronger relationships with student leaders, supported the hiring of new deans and a new leader for the School of Public Policy, led the development of the Academic Plan and guided the academy in enabling academic excellence across campus. I am personally indebted to Penny for her support and wise counsel over the past two years.
Please join me in thanking Dr. Werthner for her leadership and service to the University of Calgary and in congratulating Dr. Davidson on her new role.
Dr. Ed McCauley
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“It is a period of civil war. Rebel spaceships, striking from a hidden base, have won their first victory against the evil Galactic Empire. During the battle, Rebel spies managed to steal secret plans to the Empire’s ultimate weapon, the Death Star, an armoured space station with enough power to destroy an entire planet.”
Recognise that? Of course you do – it's the opening crawl to the very first entry out of the Star Wars franchise, A New Hope. It's also laying down the foundations for the narrative of spin-off endeavour Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, which takes place shortly beforehand.
We now have a new second trailer for the Gareth Edwards production to decipher and dissect, to figure out what's in store, and whether or not a certain Darth Vader will be making an appearance. Spoiler alert: he does.
The trailer begins with a breathtaking shot of planet Jedha, as imperial fighters adorn the sky. The land is under the Empire's occupation, and it's rumoured this is where kyber crystals can be found, a mineral that can power the Death Star's terrifying superlaser. This instantly sets the tone for what appears to be a gritty war movie, and as we progress through this trailer, that becomes increasingly more clear.
We then get our first glimpse of hero Jyn Erso (Felicity Jones), a volatile soldier captured and recruited by the rebellion. ???Let's just get this over with, shall we???? she asks ??? though we know fully well it's not going to be as straightforward as that. The mission, to find the plans to the Death Star before it can be utilised to enforce Emperor's rule, we see outlined by Mon Mothma (Genevieve O'Reilly).
Jyn is joined by rebel officer Cassian Andor (Diego Luna), and we witness early signs of their fledgling partnership, which will no doubt blossom throughout the story. ???Are you with me???? Jyn asks. ???All the way,??? Cassian replies.
We also get our first look at the U-wing, a brand new rebel gunship, as it takes off from Yavin 4, before we (finally) see the Storm Troopers. They look confident and imposing now, but in the following shot they're lifeless, by the feet of Chirrut Imwe (Donnie Yen).
We then meet new droid K-2SO (Alan Tudyk). He might not be as cute as BB-8, but appears to inject moments of comic relief nonetheless. Though any humour is short-lived, as the deafening, indelible sound of the siren that featured in the initial trailer can be heard, followed closely by a brief look at the film's paramount villain, and head of security for the Death Star, Orson Krennic – played by Ben Mendelsohn. Then comes a series of fight sequences, Storm Troopers are flung in the air (good), and an AT-AT is being blown up (good).
Then what we've all been waiting for; cinema's greatest ever adversary, Darth Vader. He's breathing, slowly and distinctly, for a brief second or two, but that's enough. It's hard to gather his exact surroundings, but it's dark, it's glowing an ominous red, and it's scary.
“There's a 97.6% chance of failure,” we hear K-2SO say of the protagonist's mission, but based on this remarkable second trailer, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story has a far greater chance of being a success.
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"Regained My Honour"
I was a hometown athlete. After high school, I turned down a football scholarship and a wrestling scholarship to go into the Marine Corps. Did eight years in the Marine Corps amphibious marine recon.
After I got out of recon, I went back home. Yeah, I’ll admit, you know, I drink here and there. But that was like at barbecues and stuff, before I started drinking really heavily, and I was able to control it. But the last two years it just really took over.
I was hiding, trying to hide the alcohol from my brothers and my sister and my parents. I had quit work. And by the time I had quit work, I was up to two fifths a day. Just, that’s all I really cared about was the alcohol.
Basically, I didn’t have a life anymore, didn’t have my family nearby because I'd cut myself off from them. Friends that I did have, I stopped talking with them. I just hung out in my bedroom and drank.
When I got here to Narconon, didn't really talk to anybody, just kind of walked around like this you know, kept my head down. When I started getting sauna, the more I was in sauna, I was starting to feel a lot better as the stuff was coming out of me. I could start to think a little bit clearer, my judgement wasn’t as cloudy. And every day, day by day, I started feeling better and better and better and better about myself and who I was again.
The place saved me. I was really going downhill in a fast way. And if I wouldn’t have come here, I probably would have been dead by now. Narconon gave me my life back. Helped me get my pride back, helped me get my honour back. The difference is I’m proud to look in the mirror again. I’m not afraid to look in the mirror anymore. And when I look in the mirror, I see a whole new me. It’s a great feeling. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Mosquito and bed bug bites can sometimes appear similar at a glance. This has made it hard for most people to respond to the bites appropriately. In the worst case you may not even know how to keep your home safe from these pests.
Now the question is, how do you differentiate between a mosquito and bed bug bite? Here are the highlights to take note of always.
The Bite Appearances
These two insects bite for a common reason: food and survival, as they depend significantly on blood. Once they bite you, the appearance of your skin may change accordingly.
For bed bug bites, you’ll notice red, swollen, or pimple-like bumps with a red dot on the center of the irritating area. In most cases, the bites occur in a cluster with a distinctive pattern like a zigzag or a line. Those extremely sensitive bed bug bites will also have a fluid-filled red spot.
On the other hand, mosquito bites are pale or red, small, raised and inflamed bites that are isolated or randomly appear on the body. These bites will vary in size depending on your bodily reactions.
Naturally, the bites occur in areas not covered when you sleep. You may also notice dark or black spots that resemble dried bruises or scarring due to the scratching effect.
Infections or Disease Transmission
Regardless of the irritation and itching effect, bed bug bites don’t cause or spread any known infections or diseases.
On the other hand, mosquito bites are the most dangerous, and according to the National Institute of Health, mosquito-borne- illnesses cause hundreds of deaths worldwide. They are also linked to a series of pathogens infections and the spread of diseases like Zika, malaria, dengue and West Nile fever, yellow fever and Chikungunya virus, among others.
Typically, about 20% of people that get bit don’t feel bed bug bites and they don’t always cause sudden reactions. But if they do, then the response can be delayed or come hours/days later.
However, when bitten by a mosquito, you’ll instantly notice and feel the itch or redness of the area. Your body will immediately have a bump with a white dot at the center of the bite. However, the bites will disappear or resolve after a few hours or two days.
Prevention and Treatment
To prevent bed bug bites, you’d want to inspect your house for any sign and hire a professional bed bug removal company to help.
But to prevent and manage mosquito bites, you have to:
- Get rid of their habitats, including stagnated or standing water
- Use mosquito repellant, and ensure to bug screen your doors or windows
To quickly identify mosquito and bed bug bites, check on the pattern, spacing, frequency and shape of the bites, the color of inflammation, or the center of the bite. If you see small bumps in line, that would be a bed bug bite. However, bumps in isolation with a central red and no identified color signify mosquito bite.
Regardless of the case, avoid the possible harm caused by mosquitos or bedbugs by hiring a Nashville Exterminator today. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
It’s interesting how many players go through dozens of guitars and yet, they have that one cherished strap that has been through it all since day one. Their latest guitar treasure just doesn’t feel right without it. The Roadhouse Series Guitar Strap captures that sentiment, “Good to the last gig,” beautifully; it comes with a lifetime of experience.
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The paper’s lead author and scientist, Alberto Boretti, used the Google Scholar database to conduct the review. He did NOT find adequate evidence to suggest that repeated booster vaccination in immune-compromised individuals is safe or efficacious. The evidence he found showed that mRNA boosters actually impair the activation of CD4+ and CD8+ T cells.
These T cells are two of the most important facets of the immune system when it comes to surveilling, responding to and breaking down pathogens. These T cells also help the body respond to allergens and tumors. CD4+ T cells are responsible for activating other immune cells. They coordinate the immune response against other infections and help B cells create antibodies.
The CD8+ T cells help in the recognition and elimination of infected or abnormal cells. They also prevent excessive inflammation. When the vaccines suppress these T cells, they exacerbate basic infections and allow tumor growth to persist.
Despite an overwhelming body of evidence against COVID-19 vaccination, the current CDC guidance calls on children ages 6 months and older to receive one or two doses of an “updated” vaccine if they are immune-compromised and received an initial two doses before September 12, 2023.
Alberto Boretti advises against this: "While booster doses have been recommended to enhance and extend immunity, especially in the face of emerging variants, this recommendation is not based on proven efficacy, and the side effects have been neglected."
Immune-compromised individuals were one of the first groups of people prioritized for the experimental COVID-19 “vaccines.” According to the medical literature, the COVID-19 “vaccines” actually harm a compromised immune system even further. As more boosters are pumped into their blood, their immune system is impaired further, destroying their ability to face all infections, and forcing these individuals into a perpetual state of immune failure.
On one hand, a high level of IgG4 antibodies after vaccination could equate to protection against the target infection. However, the protective effect of high IgG4 is only realized to a certain level. A growing body of evidence suggests that high levels of IgG4 antibodies from repeat vaccination actually causes multi-organ inflammation, autoimmune diseases, rapid onset cancers and autoimmune myocarditis. In other words, the augmentation of the human immune system should be approached with more caution. Compounding vaccination creates adverse effects in the blood.
IgG4 antibodies are specific proteins made by specialized white blood cells called B cells. When these levels are artificially forced to abnormal levels, there will likely be autoimmune issues. As the activation of white blood cells is suppressed, individuals become victim to turbo cancers and the advancement of severe disease following any infection.
This begs the question: Is this issue specific to mRNA vaccines, or do all vaccines prime the immune system for failure? What role did the over-vaccination of the population before SARS-CoV-2 play in the exacerbation of severe disease and critical outcomes of COVID-19 during 2020 and 2021?
Moreover, how might the aggressive, compounding vaccination of infants set their immune systems up for failure? Is the systematic destruction of the body's T cells behind the new age cancer epidemic in children and young adults? | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
FBI Los Angeles Field Office Warns of Romance Scams Ahead of Valentine’s Day
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is allegedly working to raise awareness about online romance scams, also called confidence fraud. In this type of fraud, scammers take advantage of people looking for romantic partners on dating websites, apps, or social media by obtaining access to their financial or personal identifying information. Romance scams are prevalent, especially during this time of year, according to the press release. Romance scams occur when a criminal uses a fake online identity to gain a victim’s affection and trust. These scammers are present on most dating and social media sites. They look to establish a relationship as quickly as possible and endear themselves to the victim. Many may propose marriage and make plans to meet in person. Eventually, they will ask for money. To avoid meeting in person, romance scammers often claim to live or work in other parts of the country or world. Eventually, when they feel they have gained the trust of their victims, these criminals will request money from them, oftentimes for a medical emergency, an unexpected legal fee, or some other false purpose. If you develop a relationship with someone you meet online, please consider the following tips and beware of the red flags: Research the person’s photo and profile using online searches to see if the image, name, or details have been used elsewhere. Beware if the individual seems too perfect or quickly asks you to leave a dating service or social media site to go "offline". The individual professes love quickly. The individual tries to isolate you from friends and family. The individual makes plans to visit you, but always cancels because of some emergency. If you haven’t met the person after a few months, for whatever reason, you have a good reason to be suspicious. Go slowly and ask lots of questions. Be careful what you post and make public online. Scammers can use details shared on social media and dating sites to better understand and target you. Never send money to anyone you only communicated with online or by phone. If you suspect an online relationship is a scam, stop all contact immediately. If you are the victim of a romance scam, file a complaint with the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (www.ic3.gov).
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From Canada last weekend to the Apex in Las Vegas this week.
We are in the midst of a four month stretch of continuous UFC events including UFC 293 in Sydney!
Our full UFC Fight Night: Vettori vs Cannonier Tips & Preview can be found below.
Both of these Middleweights have had a shot at the title against champion Israel Adesanya in the past, but a win would put them back in the picture once again.
Marvin Vettori has just four losses inside the UFC and three of them have come against Israel Adesanya and Robert Whittaker.
After losing his title fight against Izzy he moved to Light Heavyweight to face Paulo Costa, a fight he won via decision.
He then lost to Whittaker before getting back on track at UFC 286 with a decision win over Roman Dolidze.
Jared Cannonier suffered a similar fate against Izzy losing by decision in July 2022 but he too bounced back with a tight split decision win over Sean Strickland.
His last five losses in the UFC have been against current or former champions and the market is struggling to split these two in betting.
All six of Vettori’s pro losses have been via a decision and he has never been finished.
I’m predicting that ends on Sunday.
Arman Tsarukyan started his UFC career with a decision loss against now Lightweight champion Islam Mahkachev back in 2019 but he then put together five wins in a row.
He went to war with Mateusz Gamrot in a fight of the night in June 2022, but ultimately lost a decision before bouncing back with a win to close out the year.
Brazilian Joaquim Silva was KO’d twice in a row before securing a performance of the night award in October last year.
He won his first seven pro MMA fights via first round finish but has won just twice in his last five outings.
Tsarukyan is pretty much better in all facets of MMA and will start a very short price in this fight head to head.
I wouldn’t be surprised if large portions of this fight takes place on the canvas and in search of some value I’m backing a submission finish from either fighter.
Armenian born Italian Armen Petrosyan has started his MMA career with a record of 8-2 winning a UFC contract through Dana White’s Contender Series.
He has won two of three inside the promotion both via a decision.
His opponent, Christian Duncan is 27 and has just eight pro MMA fights on his resume and he is undefeated.
Working in his favour is the fact he boasts an undefeated record with six of those wins coming via KO/TKO.
He made his UFC debut in March but that fight ended with a knee injury to Dusko Todorovic.
This is one of the more interesting fights on the entire card but I’m happy to side with the younger fighter. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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Sueños Enlazados (LINKED DREAMS): An Evening Of Undocumented Student Awareness
Please join ENLACE Cohort 8 on Dec. 1 from 6:30-10 p.m. in Alumni Hall for an evening of undocumented student awareness. Enjoy a casual dinner, wine, and entertainment while learning about topics such as DACA, the Illinois Trust Act SB31, and college access for undocumented immigrant students in Illinois post-DACA. This event will also promote awareness of the issues surrounding our NEIU undocumented student communities and the challenges they face in the pursuit of degree attainment in higher education.
The NEIU ENLACE program (Master's in Educational Leadership: Higher Education concentration) is eager to advocate for our undocumented students and ensure they feel welcome and safe. While undocumented students may attend college in Illinois, they cannot legally receive federal financial aid, including federal loans, Pell grants, or work-study money. Northeastern is committed to supporting undocumented students, and your ticket purchase to Sueños Enlazados (or other contribution to the Undocumented Student Fund) will enable Northeastern to better serve our undocumented students.
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Billionaires may be able send you to outer space, but the Houston Museum of Natural Science can now transport you 3,200 years back in time.
And what a trip. The museum’s stunningly reincarnated Hall of Ancient Egypt reopened Saturday in tandem with the world premiere of “Ramses the Great and the Gold of the Pharaohs.”
Combining the 12,500-square-foot hall with the 20,000-square-foot Ramses exhibit, the space is fit for a pharaoh. The immersive experience was created by HMNS and the Egyptian Supreme Council of Antiquities in Cairo. This is the first stop of a planned 10-city world tour, having opened at HMNS Nov. 20 and showing through May 23.
Entering the exhibit gateway feels like stepping into a Hollywood movie set. The lighting, music, desert-like quietude, the rows of replica columns — we’re off to ancient Egypt.
Initially, I get whiplash glancing to and fro at jewels, amulets and gold masks, knowing these are not props; they come from ancient tombs. Calm returns as the pathways lead smoothly around the exhibit spaces.
Their appeal goes beyond objects. The carefully choreographed experience puts the artifacts — including mummies — in the context of their time. Ramses the Great ruled 67 years, advancing Egypt’s culture and influence; he expanded national borders, brokered history’s first known peace treaty and spearheaded the building of cities, temples and monuments.
A high-definition projection, surround sound, precision lighting and special effects whisk visitors from the golden age up to the 1881 discovery of the ruler’s remains and tomb treasures. Naturally, there’s a virtual reality tour; it’s led by an apparition of Queen Nefertari, Ramses’ wife, and journeys through temples and sandstorms to the afterlife.
HMNS exhibit designers explored temples, towns and tombs in Egypt to accurately recreate the art and architecture.
“We paid extremely close attention to detail,” says consulting curator Tom Hardwick, “to create artistic environments that would transport visitors to another time and place, allowing the look and feel of ancient Egypt to wash over them.”
Hardwick gives me a sense of the passion shared by archaeologists, scholars and museum exhibit designers who work with these precious tangible pieces of history. After years, the Cairo resident at long last gets to see the results of his labor, sharing details with me.
A glittering stone vessel from a grave dating to the time the pyramids were built turns on a pedestal. It would have held precious oils used to prepare deceased royals for journeying to the afterlife.
A 3,000-year-old mummy lies in a glass case. Overhead, CT scans show the man, named Neskhons, turn as if on a barbecue spit, revealing amulets that were placed inside his body.
Hardwick explains the aim of mummification: the subject is being transitioned from a mortal into a god. The preservation process — akin to “being turned into beef jerky” — enables “transformation into a radiant being.” Masks covered in gold transfigure the dead person “in the rays of the sun.” And the hair on mummies’ heads? It’s real.
A cradle of tiny figures reminds me of vintage Playskool wooden peg people. Hardwick explains they represent servants left in the crypt to attend to the deceased’s needs through eternity (now that’s a long gig).
The prevailing belief that you can take it with you extended to pets; even mummified cats are on view. In a replica burial chamber, I shyly touch gleaming gold leaf walls covered with storytelling engravings. The tech team digitized imagery found in shrines to create these walls and coated them to allow touching.
Displaying nearly 200 objects, some over 5,000 years old, the exhibit flows through eight rooms. Its ambiance feels fitting for viewers bearing witness to ancient secrets and rituals, while the combination of technology, research and care make the exhibit a journey worth taking.
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The Shenandoah Valley is something out of a picture-perfect postcard, with spectacular scenery and a rich, inspiring history. Shenandoah Valley Westminster-Canterbury (SVWC) is located in both Winchester and Frederick County, and spirited adventures await at every turn, where natural beauty and national pride converge. SVWC welcomed its first residents in 1987, setting the scene for the warm, personal atmosphere that has only been enhanced with time. This Life Plan Community is nestled on 87 wooded acres. It offers a full range of accommodations for residents' ultimate comfort, including apartments, cottages, single-family homes, and the newly added Villa apartments, scheduled to open this fall. All units feature the same access to superior senior living amenities, including a carefree, maintenance-free lifestyle, healthy living and fitness services, four dining venues, a chapel, and an art studio complete with a kiln. Adding to the beauty of the location is an on-site courtyard and water feature, a 14-acre natural preserve with 2.5 miles of walking trails, a putting green, a greenhouse, and a resident garden. A full continuum of care is available at SVWC, just one exit from Valley Health's Winchester Medical Center. Surrounded by nature and located within close proximity to either the old-town charm of Winchester or the lively energy of Washington, D.C., the community is a resort-like haven for relaxation or recreation each and every day. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Ever since the auction for Omar and Oz’s house aired on The Block, many have accused the pair of ‘cheating’.
Blockheads claim that Omar and Oz – who ended up winning this year’s The Block – cheated by roping in a dummy bidder to drive up the final price of their house.
Omar and Oz have repeatedly denied these rumours and yet, fans still don’t believe them.
WATCH: Omar and Oz win The Block.
So New Idea spoke to the alleged dummy bidder, ‘Mr Lambo’ AKA Adrian Portelli – who works in capital investing and with tech startups – to clear up those rumours once and for all.
“No, I wasn’t a dummy bidder,” Adrian told us.
In fact, Adrian had never met Omar and Oz before the house went on the market; Adrian was put in contact with the boys through a mutual friend.
“So, it was a mutual friend. So, someone reached out to me. And she was like, you know, ‘My friends’ [are] on The Block and you should buy their house,’ and so, she put us in touch with each other.”
“We’d never met. I’ve never watched The Block, so I had no idea who [Oz and Omar] were or what they were doing. But we linked up a couple [of] weeks ago, I went to look at the house, at an open inspection. And then we hung out a couple of times before the auction,” Adrian said.
Plus, Omar and Oz weren’t the only contestants from this year’s The Block that were in touch with Adrian before auction day. A few contestants asked Adrian to come to their open houses, which he did.
But none of the other houses interested him, which explains why he only bid on Omar and Oz’s house.
“A couple of the other contestants reached out to me also… I went and looked at a couple and they just didn’t tick the boxes for me. So, I’m not going to bid on something I don’t want, obviously.”
Adrian also described in great detail why he loved Omar and Oz’s house; again explaining why he only bid on that property.
“It was more the lifestyle, so you got the tennis court and basketball court. The view from [Oz and Omar’s] place had the best view… you got the swimming pool overlooking that view, the high-end appliances that were $250,000 alone just in appliances. So, and it was just that lux interior design that sold me, so that’s what I was bidding for.”
Adrian did admit that he’s been in touch with Omar and Oz since the auction and now considers them friends. He also hopes to work with them in the future.
“I’d consider them mates, yes and a potential business association in the future together.”
Adrian also said he’s still on the lookout for properties since he missed out on Omar and Oz’s house (Danny Wallis ended up winning that auction).
“I’m looking… I’ve got a number of houses around the country, so I’m still, always openly looking for new houses.” | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
It was quite an Olympic debut for Canadian track star Andre De Grasse.
He won three medals at the Rio Games last summer and showed he belonged on the same stage as Jamaica's Usain Bolt and the world's best sprinters.
De Grasse was rewarded for his accomplishments today by being named the winner of the Lionel Conacher Award as The Canadian Press male athlete of the year.
In just his second true season in the sport, the 21-year-old from Markham, Ont., won Olympic silver in the 200 metres and bronze in both the 100 and four-by-100-metre relay.
De Grasse earned 43 votes -- 66 per cent overall -- in the annual survey of editors and broadcasters from across the country.
Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby was well back in second place and high jumper Derek Drouin was third. Montreal Canadiens goalie Carey Price won the award last year. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Mayor de Blasio, Chancellor Carranza, UFT and CSA Announce School Reopening Schedule and Staffing Plan
NEW YORK—Mayor Bill de Blasio, Schools Chancellor Richard Carranza, UFT President Michael Mulgrew and CSA President Mark Cannizzaro today announced a phased schedule and additional staffing plan to ensure all schools and all educators are best positioned to deliver a strong, safe, and healthy start to the 2020-2021 school year.
“For months, teachers, principals and school staff have been working hard to make sure our students have the education they deserve while putting health and safety first,” said Mayor Bill de Blasio. “Today, we are announcing the latest in our larger plan to re-open schools the right way and give working class families the in-person education they’ve asked us to deliver.”
“Our students, staff, and families have demonstrated tremendous resilience over the last six months, and we’re going to continue to build on all the work we’ve done as we move forward,” said Schools Chancellor Richard A. Carranza . “We are giving our schools more staff, more time, and more support to have the strongest possible start to the most unprecedented school year.”
“The safety of students and staff is always the first priority,” said UFT President Michael Mulgrew. “Our buildings must be ready, and testing and tracing procedures must be in place. A phased re-opening — and making sure, despite budget challenges, that we have enough staff — can help ensure that safety.”
“Nothing is more important to school leaders than protecting the health, safety, and well-being of their students and staff,” said CSA President Mark Cannizzaro. “Although we are extremely disappointed that the start of in-person learning must be delayed again, it is simply not safe to open buildings to children without a teacher for every class. Our principals have communicated their staffing needs to their superintendents, and the Mayor has committed to providing these much-needed resources.”
Teachers and students this week have been remotely engaging in preparations and orientations for the school year. As remote learning continues, in-person learning for blended learning students will be phased-in across the next two weeks, beginning with:
- Monday, September 21st: Blended learning students in grades 3-K and Pre-K, as well as all grades in District 75
- Tuesday, September 29th: Blended learning students enrolled in K-5 and K-8 schools
- Thursday, October 1st: Blended learning students enrolled in middle schools, high schools, secondary schools (schools spanning grades 6-12), and transfer schools/adult education
All students in full remote programs will continue as planned starting full-day instruction on Monday, September 21. As students begin in-person learning according to the above timeline, they will do so according to the blended learning schedules their schools have provided them (e.g., coming in person on Tuesday and Wednesday).
Adding to the 2,000 additional teaching staff to be deployed to schools that the Mayor announced on Monday, the City will also bring on 2,500 additional educators to fulfill staffing needs at 3-K, Pre-K, District 75, K-5 and K-8 schools. These educators will help fill key gaps for in-person learning in schools to make sure that all students have a rigorous learning experience in a safe, healthy environment. The DOE is continuing to engage middle and high schools as well to establish their needs for additional staffing, and will announce additional staff capacity for those schools in the coming weeks.
Health and safety continues to lead all reopening plans. The City will not reopen schools if the citywide infection rate exceeds 3.0%. The citywide infection rate is currently 0.63%. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Sustainability has become a compelling topic of domestic and international debate as the world searches for effective solutions to accumulating ecological problems. In Return to Nature? An Ecological Counterhistory, Fred Dallmayr demonstrates how nature has been marginalized, colonized, and abused in the modern era. Although nature was regarded as a matrix that encompassed all beings in premodern and classical thought, modern Western thinkers tend to disregard this original unity, essentially exiling nature from human life. By means of a philosophical counterhistory leading from Spinoza to Dewey and beyond, Return to Nature? An Ecological Counterhistory traces successive efforts to correct this tendency. Grounding his writing in a holistic relationism that reconnects humanity with ecology, Dallmayr pleads for the reintroduction of nature into contemporary philosophical discussion and sociopolitical practice.
Return to Nature? An Ecological Counterhistory unites learning, intelligence, sensibility, and moral passion to offer a multifaceted history of philosophy with regard to our place in the natural world. Dallmayr's visionary writings provide an informed foundation for environmental policy and represent an impassioned call to reclaim nature in our everyday lives.
Fred Dallmayr, Emeritus Packey J. Dee Professor of Philosophy and Political Science at the University of Notre Dame, is the author of In Search of the Good Life: A Pedagogy for Troubled Times, The Promise of Democracy: Political Agency and Transformation, and Integral Pluralism: Beyond Culture Wars. He lives in Notre Dame, Indiana.
"Dallmayr is one of the leading political thinkers in the world whose work brings together learning, intelligence, sensibility and moral passion."
– Edward Andrew, author of Patrons of Enlightenment
"The question of humanity's relation to the forces of nature is one that has preoccupied philosophers since the beginning of the discipline. Return to Nature? offers a combined historical review of the issues at stake and an imaginative perspective on how best to address them. This is precisely the kind of book that one has come to expect from Professor Dallmayr's seasoned scholarship"
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Nearly sixty years ago when I was around twenty two- I moved to London having found my first job in film. I rented a room in Clarendon Road.
Daily, waiting for the bus in Holland Park Avenue, I saw this tall, imposing figure sweeping the road. He was friendly and quickly agreed to be filmed by me before I went into work.
Filmed on a very crude clockwork camera, my later films with knowledge gained and far more sophisticated equipment would be far more revealing.
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Short Term Rental Furniture
Whether you’re a homeowner looking to rent out your property or a traveler in need of a temporary home, short term rentals have become increasingly popular in recent years. However, the challenge of furnishing these spaces with comfortable and functional furniture can often be daunting. Luckily, there are plenty of options available to make the process easier and more affordable. In this article, we will explore the world of short term rental furniture and offer tips on how to make the most of your temporary living space.
Choosing the Right Furniture for Short Term Rentals
When it comes to furnishing a short term rental, it’s important to consider both style and functionality. You want your space to feel inviting and comfortable, while also accommodating the needs of different guests. Here are some factors to keep in mind when selecting furniture:
1. Versatility: Look for furniture pieces that can serve multiple purposes. For example, a sofa bed can provide seating during the day and transform into a bed at night, making it perfect for accommodating different guests.
2. Durability: Since short term rentals often see a high turnover of guests, it’s crucial to invest in furniture that can withstand frequent use. Look for materials that are easy to clean and resistant to wear and tear.
3. Space-saving: Opt for furniture that is compact and doesn’t take up too much space. This is especially important in smaller rental units, where maximizing the available space is essential.
4. Neutral colors: While it might be tempting to go for bold and trendy colors, it’s best to stick with neutral tones that can appeal to a wider range of guests. This will also make it easier to update the decor in the future.
Renting Furniture for Short Term Accommodations
If you don’t want to invest in buying furniture for your short term rental, renting is a viable and cost-effective option. There are several companies that specialize in providing rental furniture for temporary accommodations. Here’s why renting furniture can be beneficial:
1. Flexibility: Renting furniture allows you to easily switch up the look and feel of your space without the commitment of purchasing. This is particularly useful if you have a variety of guests with different tastes and preferences.
2. Cost-effective: Renting furniture is often more affordable than buying, especially if you only need it for a short period of time. You can choose a rental package that suits your needs and budget, whether it’s for a few weeks or several months.
3. Convenience: Rental furniture companies take care of delivery, installation, and pickup, saving you time and effort. They also offer a wide variety of furniture styles and options to choose from, ensuring that you find the perfect fit for your rental property.
Designing a Welcoming Space with Short Term Rental Furniture
Now that you have your furniture selected or rented, it’s time to transform your short term rental into a space that feels like home. Here are some tips to create a welcoming atmosphere:
1. Add personal touches: Even though it’s a temporary space, adding personal touches can make a big difference. Hang artwork, display fresh flowers, and include cozy blankets and pillows to make your guests feel right at home.
2. Provide essential amenities: Make sure your rental is equipped with the necessary amenities, such as kitchen utensils, towels, and toiletries. This will enhance your guests’ experience and ensure they have everything they need during their stay.
3. Optimize storage: In small rental units, storage can be a challenge. Invest in furniture with built-in storage options, such as ottomans or coffee tables with hidden compartments. This will help keep the space organized and clutter-free.
4. Pay attention to lighting: Good lighting can greatly enhance the ambiance of a space. Use a mix of natural and artificial lighting to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Consider adding lamps or installing dimmer switches to allow guests to adjust the lighting to their preference.
In conclusion, furnishing a short term rental doesn’t have to be a daunting task. By considering the functionality and versatility of the furniture, renting when necessary, and paying attention to design details, you can create a comfortable and welcoming space for your guests. So whether you’re a homeowner or a traveler, make the most of your short term rental and enjoy all the benefits it has to offer. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
In New Jersey, it is a criminal offense to allow a person who is under the age of 21 to participate in internet or mobile wagering.
They carry out age verification checks on all customers at the time of account establishment.
So unless a child is being expressly allowed by their parents or has stolen an adult’s identification, they will not be able to create an account or gamble at any online New Jersey gambling site.
How does Betfair specifically prevent underage gambling?
There are differences in the preventive measures that online New Jersey casinos take to prevent underage gambling, but the overall goal is always the same.
Using Betfair Casino as an example, we see that when you create an account on Betfair they require you to enter your birthdate as well as your social security number. If the age doesn’t match up, the casino will move forward with their investigation.
Players may then be required to submit such documentation as copies of their driver’s license and copies of credit card statements.
Until the casino is confident that you are who you say you are and that you are in fact 21 years of age, many of your player account privileges will be suspended.
If you are unable to prove that you are over the age of 21, you will not be allowed to gamble on Betfair NJ.
Providing inaccurate or dishonest information about your age can result in legal action taken by the casino and criminal charges being pressed against the individual. It may also result in forfeiture of any winnings that player received.
From the advent of online gambling, concerned citizens have always worried about underage players logging on to sites and gambling.
As compared to live casinos where young-looking players are quickly spotted by casino security and required to show valid identification proving their age, online casinos seem like a much easier avenue for underage players to infiltrate.
This is in fact not true thanks to the reliable and proven prevention systems put into place by sites regulated by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement.
What can parents do to prevent their children from gambling?
Though it is unlikely to occur, after the initial sign up phase, it seems, underage players are able to run rampant in online casino games. Unfortunately, there isn’t a whole lot that online casinos can do once a new player is established as being 21 years or older.
It is up to parents and responsible adults to monitor children’s behaviors and make sure that they are not participating in online gambling.
We recommend that responsible adults install internet filtering software on their computers. This software provides parents with the ability to control content displayed, block certain websites, and set up passwords to prevent gambling site from being available to underage persons.
There are plenty of filtering software choices available and a quick internet search will bring up reviews of the top filtering software.
Again, we stress that legal NJ online casinos are subject to strict rules and regulations, and as of this writing there have been zero reported instances of underage gambling on state-regulated websites.
Where can you get help if you suspect problem gambling?
If you are a concerned parent and you believe that your child has been gambling online, you should immediately contact the gambling operator and inform them of your child’s age.
You should also find out what information misled the casino about the age of your child and allowed them to play on the online gambling site.
If you believe that your child or an underage person is not only gambling but having problems as a result of that gambling, you should call the 24/7 Toll-Free New Jersey Telephone Hotline at 1-855-222-5542 for free confidential help.
The gambling hotline is for anyone that needs help with a gambling problem or anyone who is interested in helping someone with a gambling problem.
The hotline is divided into three segments:
- Connection to volunteers.
- Directions to New Jersey-based Gambler’s Anonymous meetings.
- Requests for information regarding problem gambling. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
I’ve used the concept of “2ab” once before, a day after the Prime Minister used the term in a much lampooned remark, to explain why we need Net Neutrality. I turn to the same concept again to explain why communal harmony is necessary for economic growth.
Some 4-5 days back, a mob entered the house of one Muslim guy who was allegedly cooking beef, and lynched him to death. In response, rather than booking the mob, the police sent meat sample from the victim’s house to “test if he was actually cooking beef” – as if its confirmation as beef would justify the murder.
I’ve mostly been off social media (and hence not fully following the story) since then, but RSS leader Tarun Vijay hasmade some remarks about “lynching on suspicion being wrong“, and star Indian Express columnist Pratap Bhanu Mehta has laid the blame at the Prime Minister’s feet. Mehta writes (HT: V Anantha Nageswaran):
The blame for this has to fall entirely on Modi. Those who spread this poison enjoy his patronage. This government has set a tone that is threatening, mean-spirited and inimical to freedom. Modi should have no doubt that he bears responsibility for the poison that is being spread by the likes of Culture Minister Mahesh Sharma and Vijay — whether through powerlessness or design is irrelevant. But we can be grateful to Vijay for reminding us that the threat to India’s soul emanates from the centre of power, almost nowhere else. It is for that centre, and Modi in particular, to persuade us otherwise.
Now there were two kinds of people Modi appealed to when he came to power in a resounding victory last year – bigots and aspirers. The former hoped that Modi would “teach a lesson to the Muslims”. The latter hoped that Modi would help accelerate economic growth, after a mostly useless and scam-ridden UPA2 government. And Modi might have thought that these two goals are compatible (else it would make no sense to court these two constituencies). Even in theory they are not.
The Gross Domestic Product (GDP), whose growth rate is seen as a bellwether of the economy’s performance, is a measure of the amount of trade. Trade can be external (let’s set that aside for now) and internal. There are many factors that determine the extent of internal trade (trade between the people of the country), but at the margin, it is proportional to the number of possible pairs of people who can trade with each other.
In other words, trade is another of those quantities that follows Metcalfe’s Law, and depends on strong network effects. If the number of people in a place (region or country or state or city) is , and if everyone can trade with one another, the number of possible trading relationships is .
Despite the development of the rule of law and Contract Acts and court-brokered dispute settlements, people typically trade with other people they can trust. In the past, this meant that certain families or communities had a monopoly over trade. Over time, with the development of laws and contracts and courts, this has expanded. Yet, people still hesitate to trade with people they don’t trust.
So what happens when there is communal or caste disharmony? Then you will not trust someone who belongs to another caste or community or religion because of the person’s community (and notwithstanding the person’s personal characteristics). And if you don’t trust them, you don’t trade with them. And what does this mean for the total volume of trade?
It’s time to bring out our expansion. If you have two communities of sizes and , in the absence of trust between the communities, the total trade in the community is ceteris paribus proportional to . If the two communities live harmoniously and have enough mutual trust that communal differences have no bearing on trade, the total trade in the community is ceteris paribus proportional to . The difference between the two? of course!
Communal distrust and the lack of communal harmony ends up restricting the number of possible trading partners for each person, and thus we lose out in terms of the correlation term. In other words, bigotry costs us in terms of GDP growth.
Lastly, even if the government of the day is concerned more about the welfare of one particular community over another, communal harmony makes sense. For by creating distrust, people belonging to the government’s favourite community are denied trade with people of the less favoured community. And this adversely impacts the more favoured community! | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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The Year 1 children were very excited to see they all had a new classmate this week: a cheeky elf! In a letter which looked like it had come from the North Pole, the elf said he had been sent by Santa to make sure the children were being nice and kind in the weeks leading up to Christmas. Every day the elf has been causing some kind of mischief in the Year 1 classrooms but it’s safe to say the children have all shown very kind behaviour for the elf to report back to Santa and his team.
In our English lessons, we have been looking at getting into different characters. The children had the chance to ‘elf themselves’ and then think about what they would eat, look like and do as their job if they were an elf. Lots of children were excited by the thought of being able to be an elf that tests toys as they all love playing! It was great to see the children trying to impress the elf, not only with their behaviour, but also by writing some super sentences using ‘and’ and ‘because’ to make them more interesting and exciting.
All of the Year 1 children would like to say a huge thank you to their elves for visiting and they hope to see him again next year!
By Demi Dale
Year 1 Lions Class Teacher | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Glacier Bay National Park is a bucket list item that I would think otherwise unattainable without cruising. We are so excited for today, and we are really hoping our balcony room comes in handy. We got up around 6am, but lazed around a little bit too long in our room. The National Park Ranger welcome was held at 7am in the Spinnaker Lounge, and we just made it on time to get one of the last few seats. They had a small breakfast bar set up with coffee and pastries which was good because we overlooked breakfast. The rangers had gotten on our ship a little after 6, taking a small boat over to us from Gustavus. After the introductions I ran back to the room to get our National Parks passport book- the rangers set up a stamp station for Glacier Bay. The rangers had a table with books, stickers, patches and other National Park memorabilia. By the time the meet up ended we were already cruising through Glacier Bay.
The wind was pretty strong on the upper decks, making it quite difficult to stay outside for long periods of time. Most people crowded the doors and took turns running out and taking photos. We did a few laps around the deck before heading for the breakfast buffet. We stuck out the wind and ate outside at the Great Outdoors cafe..that was a cold one. We passed the first glacier while we were outside. Heading down to the jogging track, we were hopeful the wind wouldn’t be as bad. This is when the first grizzly bear sighting happened, and we had to run to the other side of the ship.
We retired to our room for a while to make use of our balcony and take some time lapse videos. I brought a packable hiking blanket and it was unbelievably worth it. At 1pm the rangers held an informational session on the history of Glacier Bay. It was nice to hear the background of the National Park and the people that inhabited the area. On our way to watch the rangers depart the ship we saw some otters playing in the ship’s wake. I thought I was recording it on the GoPro only to realize I made my first photography mistake of the trip, the SD card was missing. Ben got a good video of them on his phone though. We watched the rangers disembark from the jogging track, they had to hop from the deck 3 door to their boat.
Because we had spent most of our day freezing we made the move for the hot tubs. Before we headed up I overheard our neighbors on their balcony say “we missed the glaciers??”. Apparently they stayed inside the inner part of the ship all day and missed the entirety of Glacier Bay National Park. Dinner tonight at the Seven Seas consisted of stuffed mushroom caps, ranchero beef mini tostadas, sweet yellow corn and chili bisque, breaded flounder fillet and braised short ribs. For dessert we got Black Forest chocolate cake and fig and apple crumble with vanilla ice cream. It’s a good thing we do so many laps around the ship and only take the stairs. Our evening activities consisted of Rummy in the Spinnaker Lounge and uploading photos to the harddrive. Tonight we found out that the Sports Bar is included in your dining plan. We picked up Ruebens to have for lunch tomorrow while we are in port. We will definitely start going there more than dinner at the main dining rooms. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
I consider the design of policy-making institutions to aggregate preferences and information. A pervasive incentive problem hinders the creation of desirable deliberative institutions; participants that expect to have minority interests have an incentive to misrepresent their information. Moreover, contrary to conventional wisdom, diversity of preferences or information sources amplifies this incentive problem. It is only when all types of participants expect to have the majority interests or no individual's private information can be decisive that full aggregation is possible. The addition of external incentives enables efficient aggregation of preferences and information. The external incentives need only depend on agent actions and, interestingly, the magnitude of these external incentives can be vanishingly small for large groups. These external incentives can be created by augmenting deliberation with concerns about ex-poste monitoring or ex-interum perceptions of competence, the opportunity to trade in information markets, or the opportunity to join clubs with network externalities. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Have you missed me a lot this week?
Well I have been on holiday because Sir Alex told me with his hairdryer to “Give it a rest Berba!” during my thank you poem for my beautiful goal last game.
So obeying his order, I entered my hot air balloon and jet-setted my way to the playground of the rich and beautiful, Monte Carlo.
Here, I have been enjoying my most important habit for successful people like me, Habit #3: Pleasuring
Fans you are accustomed to seeing me pleasuring with the lads. But away from football, there is another side of me that brings great joy to people, and that is through my dedication to womanising.
Even in Bulgaria, my mother always said I could grow up to be a really good prostitute, not for the money, but because I wanted to give pleasure to so many people. It was a difficult career decision I had to take, but I decided to make football my business and pleasuring my hobby, although sometimes I still get them mixed up.
So after a week in the world’s most competitive prostitute market, I can report that I have once again made you proud. Yes fans, I have broken all the records set by Cristiano, and represented Manchester greatly with the amount of pleasuring I have completed.
The money I have raised has been donated to my ‘Womanising in the Community Programme’ which helps underprivileged people like you make it in places like Monaco and Bangkok.
Even if you do not make it as a professional pleasurer, this habit can still have many great benefits for everyday life.
For example it can help you meet new types of loose friends, pay your rent if you have no money, and most importantly, help you improve your football with its focus on ball juggling, tackle control and sticking it in the right place at the right time.
I believe that my achievements in womanising are showing you the way to a better future.
Now go! Follow it well and you too can finally be a true giver to the people around you.
Goodbye and Good Pleasuring | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Jazz Jennings, one of the youngest transgender public figures and star of her own reality TV show, I Am Jazz, has designed a bra in collaboration with teen underwear company Knixteen, and you’ll want to get your hands on one.
Knixteen is an underwear brand that enlists teens to help design its bras, so girls can have a say in the design of the bra they wear every day. Jennings understood going in that she wanted her bra to be comfortable: “It’s not good when the best part of your day is taking off your bra," she says. “It should be something that you want to wear, and that makes you feel better about yourself.” So, Jennings and Knixteen surveyed tens of thousands of teens to find out what they wanted from their bra, and their preferences went directly into the design of the bra.
The fact that Jennings was able to participate in this campaign was incredibly validating and identity-affirming for her. “Being transgender, people are always trying to invalidate my identity,” she says, “and being able to participate in something about bras and femininity and being a woman is just so empowering.”
The bra she created with the help of those she surveyed draws inspiration from mermaids, which she loves, and her childhood living in Florida. The result is a tie-dyed blue and purple V-neck with scalloped edges. To make sure it’s as comfy as can be, the bra also has removable padding so it can be tailored to the wearer’s body, and has no underwire (!!!).
The Jazz Bra comes in a collection with four other bra collaborations, each designed by a notable teen. Mo’ne Davis, Jessica Universe, Fiona Frills, and Bailee Madison also designed their own bra. Each is priced between $35 and $45, which is quite a steal for a super-comfortable, versatile bra that you’ll actually want to wear.
Watch Jennings’ behind-the-scenes video, where she talks about her inspiration and the meaning behind the campaign, below, and cop the Jazz Bra on Knixteen, here. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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Statement by OCPP policy analyst Joy Margheim
Oregon job losses in February by far exceeded those of any month since the recession began and pushed our total job loss to 85,700 since December 2007.
Today’s news adds 21,700 more reasons why the Oregon Legislative Assembly needs to enact a package of bills that modernize the state’s unemployment insurance (UI) system.
Analysis of the Employment Department’s report shows that the “employment services” sector, which includes temporary agency jobs, has been particularly hit hard this recession. The decline in February puts that sector’s job losses at 28.7 percent since a year ago.
Temporary workers often face difficulties qualifying for UI benefits, due to eligibility rules that penalize part-time workers and that disregard up to six months of the most recent work experience when calculating minimum hour and income requirements.
The legislature should heed today’s news by moving forward on a package of bills that help part-time and low-wage workers: SB 461, which allows unemployed workers to receive job training; SB 462, which would create an alternative base period; SB 463, which would allow part-time workers to collect unemployment insurance; HB 3045, which would provide unemployed workers with a dependent allowance; and HB 3140, which would end the one-week waiting period to receive unemployment insurance.
Unemployment insurance is good for workers, businesses and employers. Making it work better should be one of the highest priorities for our legislative leaders in light of today’s news. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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This is the first part of a two-part series; we are now focusing on forums and the second will focus on how blogs can help small businesses to build an online community.
So far we have been serving our customers and prospects using direct email, phone and our product knowledge base. We have known for awhile that we wanted to implement a forum, where our OfficeClip customers could discuss their own findings with the software, such as easier ways to use web timesheet or web contact manager, how to set up issue tracker, etc. In effect, we want to create a community for our users so they have some place to go to find answers. This will make their satisfaction with our product even better and allow us to easily look to the conversations to see what we are doing well and where we need to improve. Additionally, prospective OfficeClip users can look to the forum to gather their preliminary information and talk with current users about their experience. This does put pressure on us though, because we want the word-of-mouth comments to be positive!
Our next step was to find a forum for us to implement. While researching for an online support forum, we found that there are many inexpensive and open source forum products out there. To my surprise the free and open source are almost as good as the paid ones.
We selected the YAF (Yet Another Forum) to implement our support forum. The advantage of being open source is that we could make some minor tweaks to the source code to make it work exactly like what we want.
When using open source, it is important to remember that developers of these open source programs need to be supported through donations (many of them have donation links on their website) or contributing to the open source product (if you are a developer and want to add more features to the product).
Please visit our OfficeClip Forum, let us know what you think and let us know if forums are working for your business. And if you like our community and want more discussions, follow us on Twitter, too! | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
This brief shows Stepping Up counties how to apply the tools they already have in place to incrementally build policies, programs, and practices that increase racial equity and mitigate disparities.
This document provides a six-question blueprint of the Stepping Up initiative to demonstrate to participating counties how to apply the tools they have in place in order to incrementally build policies, programs, and practices that increase racial equity and mitigate disparities. Each of the six questions provides a corresponding discussion of how to plan and implement related actions. The document describes Stepping Up, noting that it is a national initiative to reduce the overincarceration of people with mental illnesses and is a partnership between The Council of State Governments Justice Center, the National Association of Counties, and the American Psychiatric Association Foundation. The Stepping Up initiative seeks to address the overrepresentation of people with serious mental illness (SMI) in local jails, noting that those individuals tend to have longer jail stays and higher recidivism rates than people without SMI. It also notes that Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC) individuals who also have an SMI hold a dual disproportionality in the criminal justice system and experience heightened disparities. The appendix includes racial and ethnic categories and combinations, as well as endnotes with links. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
The United Nations Summit on Biodiversity will be convened by the President of the General Assembly on 30 September 2020, at the level of Heads of State and Government under the theme of “Urgent action on biodiversity for sustainable development.”
Our societies are intimately linked with and depend on biodiversity. Biodiversity is essential for people, including through its provision of nutritious food, clean water, medicines, and protection from extreme events. Biodiversity loss and the degradation of its contributions to people jeopardize progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and human wellbeing. The evidence of these connections is clear.
The COVID-19 pandemic has further highlighted the importance of the relationship between people and nature. We are reminded that when we destroy and degrade biodiversity, we undermine the web of life and increase the risk of disease spillover from wildlife to people. Responses to the pandemic provide a unique opportunity for transformative change as a global community. An investment in the health of our planet is an investment in our own future.
The Summit will highlight the crisis facing humanity from the degradation of biodiversity and the urgent need to accelerate action on biodiversity for sustainable development. It will provide an opportunity for Heads of State and Government and other leaders to raise ambition for the development of the post-2020 global biodiversity framework to be adopted at the 15th Conference of Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity in 2021. This framework, and its effective implementation, must put nature on a path to recovery by 2030 to meet the SDGs and realize the Vision of “Living in harmony with nature”.
As we approach the end of the UN Decade on Biodiversity 2011-2020, progress towards global biodiversity targets including those of the SDGs has been insufficient. While there are many local examples of success, biodiversity is declining globally at rates unprecedented in human history, with growing impacts on people and our planet.
Recent assessments by the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) concluded that species extinction rates are tens to hundreds of times higher now than historical averages, that:
The 75th anniversary of the United Nations, the start of the UN decade of action and delivery on SDGs, and the UN Decades on ecosystem restoration and on ocean science for sustainable development, among others, provide additional context for the Summit. Together, they remind us of the urgent need to recognize our dependence on a healthy planet and to work together for transformative change.
The Summit is an opportunity to demonstrate leadership and commitment to improve our relationship with nature, addressing the causes of change, and ensuring that biodiversity and the contributions it provides to all people are at the heart of sustainable development and the fight against climate change
- Find more information here. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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It is quite rare to come accross an early Seamaster in such fine condition. It has been worn but the signs are few. There are no dinks and only micro scratches.
The stainless steel case is in exceptional condition as is the snap-on case-back. It's the classic early Seamaster design with its robust bezel and beefy lugs. A watch very much in favour with Omega collectors and enthusiasts.
The dial is all original and in exceptionally good condition. It's an unmarked two-tone silver waffle dial. Applied golden chamfered hour batons. Matching golden Dauphine hands. Sweep seconds hand. Applied Omega logo in gold. Omega, Seamaster and Swiss Made are printed in black. The hour batons originally had small balls of luminous material on their tips. Some of these have decayed although not generally visible to the unaided eye. Original Seamaster crown.
The stainless steel case has no dinks or scratches. There are micro scratches from handling. The case-back is in similar top condition. The markings "waterproof" and "Seamaster" are highly defined showing no signs of wear or polishing. It would not be rated waterproof today and you are recommended to keep it away from any water. Inside the case-back it's fully marked Omega.
The watch is run by the Omega manual calibe 420. In superb condition and running as it should.
The watch comes with a brand new non-Omega genuine leather black strap.
1956 Omega Seamaster Manual
Year 1956-1957 Case Metal Stainless Steel Back Metal Stainless Steel Back Type Snap Diameter* 34mm Length** 41.5mm Power Manual Calibre 420 * Excluding the crown
** Tip of lug to tip of lug | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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What is attrition?How to use this attrition calculator?How to calculate attrition?Other tools that might be useful for youUse our attrition rate calculator if you're curious how your company's annual attrition compares to others. Now, you can quickly check out this metric and find more insights about the company. This HR calculator will show you how to calculate attrition with ease! Explore the rest of the article to learn more.
What is attrition?
Nowadays, companies are all about gaining insights, gathering new information, and learning what is happening on every level. It's no surprise — after all, data is the new oil! You have come to the right place if you want additional insights about your organization to make more informed decisions.
So what is attrition? Attrition is the departure of employees from the company, whether voluntarily or involuntarily, due to any reason like resignation, termination, retirement, or unfortunate circumstances like death. It's a metric used commonly by HR to gain more insights about the company.
Usually, attrition is calculated over a one-year period. However, our calculator is flexible — it allows you to calculate attrition for any time period you prefer. Whether it's a quarter, a month, or even a day, simply input the data from your desired period, and Omni will handle the rest. The annual attrition rate is given in percentage, and it will tell you how well the company is doing in terms of keeping employees and replacing those who left. It will also show you if your company is growing or decreasing in staff size.
How to use this attrition calculator?
First, you need to know the timeframe you want to calculate, and then adjust your employment numbers accordingly. For example, if you want to calculate the annual attrition rate for any given year, you need to enter the following in the attrition rate calculator:
- Number of employees at the beginning of the year;
- Number of employees at the end of the year; and
- Number of employees that left during that period.
⚠️ Please keep in mind that having half or a negative amount of individuals is impossible. Our calculator only accepts non-negative integers as inputs.
How to calculate attrition?
The calculation formula used in this HR calculator is quite simple. You add the number of employees at the beginning of the period to the number at the end, and divide it by 2 to get the arithmetic mean. Then we divide the number of employees that left by the arithmetic mean, and multiply the result by 100 to see the outcome in percentage.
Here's the calculation formula used in our attrition rate calculator:
- — Number of employees that left;
- — Number of employees at the start; and
- — Number of employees at the end.
Other tools that might be useful for you
- Turnover rate calculator — Now that you know what is attrition and you calculated annual attrition, you might be interested in yet another HR calculator. This one helps you calculate the turnover rate of employees in the organization.
- Revenue per employee — In addition to that, you might also be interested in our average revenue calculator, which will give you a quick insight into salaries. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Once Kids Wanderlust City Blocks – Wood and Felt Themed Blocks
Explore the World, Sustainably
Dive into the excitement of Wanderlust City Blocks by Once Kids—a perfect blend of creativity, education, and sustainability. We craft these blocks from FSC-certified natural wood to ensure quality and eco-friendliness. By choosing these blocks, you actively help reduce plastic waste and support sustainable play, all while providing an engaging experience.
Eco-Friendly Meets Engaging Play
What sets the Wanderlust City Blocks apart is the addition of felt made from recycled plastic bottles. This soft, textured material adds a sensory dimension to playtime, making it not only fun but also educational. As a result, children explore different materials while playing. Additionally, this combination of sustainability and imaginative play elevates each building session, making it more enriching.
STEM Accredited for Learning and Fun
These blocks go beyond being simple toys; they are STEM-certified tools for effective learning. Designed to develop essential skills in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, they foster problem-solving, spatial awareness, and critical thinking. Consequently, each play session turns into an educational adventure. Moreover, kids stay engaged while building foundational skills that benefit them long-term.
Discover the World’s Cultures from Home
Each Wanderlust block features a unique design inspired by famous global cities, bringing cultural exploration right into your home. Kids can discover iconic landmarks, learn fun facts about different places, and develop a sense of global awareness. Because of this, playtime becomes a mix of learning and excitement. Furthermore, these blocks encourage children to think about the world in new, thoughtful ways.
Personalized and Organized Play
Each set comes with a beautifully crafted, laser-engraved wooden storage box. The box’s chalkboard-painted interior allows kids to create custom landscapes, jot down notes, or draw backdrops that enrich their storytelling. This added feature ensures that playtime remains organized and personalized. As a result, the Wanderlust City Blocks become cherished collectibles that last for years.
Ignite Imagination and Support Sustainability
Choosing the Wanderlust City Blocks means investing in a toy that fuels creativity and nurtures a connection to the planet. Build, learn, and explore while promoting eco-friendly play. Inspire a lifelong love for discovery and sustainability with these thoughtfully crafted, high-quality blocks. Your child’s playtime can now be both educational and environmentally responsible. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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We are excited that you’ve joined us and others at One New Man Network! What’s next? Check your email for your new account details. Once logged in, simply click on “Freedom Prayer” from the left menu to begin your journey! | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
ISIS Steps up Persecution of Christians in al-Raqaa, by Katey Hearth, at Mission Network News
"The Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIS) is sending stronger threats to Christians in al-Raqqa, Syria. A Syrian pastor recently told E3 Partners about a brutal ISIS killing that was used to send a message to the broader community.
"The terrorists hung a believer on a cross in the town square, with a sign claiming “the rule of retribution on those who fought against Allah and the Messenger of Allah and sought amok under the Islamic state...'”
"...ISIS, also known as Da’ash, is doing all they can to drive believers out of Raqaa. Christians once comprised approximately 1% of the city’s 300,000 people, but it’s unknown how many are still there. Church burnings, crucifixions, and ISIS threats have driven many believers out of Raqaa. Or, they’re taking their faith even further underground than it was previously." | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Teams of all sizes are trusting OnlinePajak to make continuous
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Billing cycle would be based on the subscription start date. Example: if the start date is 12th of October, you will be billed for the usage from 12th of October until 11th of November, and the invoice will be sent to you. Then the usage quota will be reset.
You can see your current usage quota as well as the remaining credit limit under the “my plans” section under the global settings. Only available to owner.
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You will need to provide us with a valid billing information for you to be able to continue using our services. If you fail to provide a valid billing information, you will no longer able to use our services.
A Standard Transaction consists of the following: 1 e-Bupot, 1 invoice, 1 approved e-Faktir/PPh Final document, 1 e-Signature, and 1 e-Materai (excluding service fee).
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We will reserve the best home for your equine and will consider him as part of our horse breeding.
Open Range has sufficient space for the horses to live in herds on grassy pastures all the time, supplemented by bio hay harvested at will and made on the property to ensure the quality.
Besides equestrian facilities, Open Range has a unique location within a forest of 1200 ha crossed by hundreds miles of track. The soil is soft and comfortable for our horses's feet that will improve their fitness and mental with or without horse fittings.
Winding paths for strength and endurance or long climbs to work the breath and heart, Fayat forest offers a natural training ground, wild, unfrequented and particularly suitable for leisure and equestrian work.
If you want to hike in the area, ask us (circuits of half a day to two days ...)
Horse owners can enjoy free facilities available for them outside of competition and training times :
- 62 secure paddocks with automatic waterers
- A 200*130 ft arena
- A 130*65 ft career
- Two outside round pens
- An inner round pen
- A 2.5 miles training track
- The club house with the possibility to have lunch (self made)
- A solarium
- And saddlery
- Sound system of all facilities
- Showers for horses | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Orlando Pirates Captain Happy Jele hoisted aloft the DStv Compact Cup trophy, as the Warriors claimed a 2-1 win over Coastal United in the final to become the competition’s inaugural champions.
Featuring three Orlando Pirates players in the starting XI named for the showpiece, the Warriors – led by the Bucs skipper – had pipped AmaButho in their semifinal and were up against a side that had dominated their own last-four fixture in the competition’s opening weekend.
With a hefty cheque at stake on the afternoon, both teams were quick off the blocks, with the coastal outfit perhaps a split second quicker as they affected the scoreboard just seconds after kick-off.
It was a dream start for United when Ashley du Preez found himself free down the left, and capitalised from disjointed defence to smash one past Itumeleng Khune into the net 48 seconds into the encounter.
However, it wasn’t too long before things were back level as Ruzaigh Gamildien drew the Warriors level after he too found himself with acres of space before slotting home to make it 1-1 just five minutes in.
Swallows youngster Siphesihle Mbhele could have edged the Warriors ahead before the 15th minute mark when he received the ball just inside the penalty area, but placed a little too much behind his shot to send the ball just over the crossbar.
Khune was called upon in the 25th minute to stop a curling free-kick from former Pirates midfielder Mpho Makola which seemed destined for the top corner.
The rest of the first half did not live up to the opening minutes in terms of activity, but could have ended in more drama had Du Preez’ pass from inside the box found teammate Evidence Makgopa instead of Khune’s hands.
Thembinkosi Lorch could have gotten the second half to a flyer, when he got on the end of a pass from second half sub Nkosingiphile Ngcobo, but his shot lacked the necessary power to trouble United goalkeeper Oscarine Masuluke.
Ngcobo went on his own moments later with a low shot from range, which forced the Baroka shot-stopper on his left to make a good save.
Monnapule Saleng – the hero for the Warriors in their semifinal – was introduced around the last quarter of the encounter and got to work immediately, firing towards goal with his last foot to draw another save from Masuluke.
The breakthrough would however come from Gamildien, who completed his brace when he was located by a pin-point cross from Njabulo Ngcobo and made no mistake in pulling the Warriors ahead with seven minutes remaining on the clock.
Pirates striker Tshegofatso Mabasa could have placed the result beyond doubt when he got on the end of a cross from fellow Bucs player Wayde Jooste, but his first touch tipped the ball straight into Masuluke’s gloves.
A tight finish ensued as United sought to regain parity, but the Warriors were able to hang on to their lead to become the first ever winners of the DStv Compact Cup.
Warriors XI: Khune, Matlaba, Jele, Munyai (Seedat 89’), Njabulo Ngcobo (Jooste 84’), Blom, Lorch (Radebe 63’), Mosele (Nkosingiphile Ngcobo 46’), Mbhele (Khumalo 63’), Dolly (Saleng 63’), Gamildien (Mabasa 89’). | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
A woman excellently performs her life’s roles: daughter, wife, and mother. She manages to achieve a balance between her professional and personal life. But, somewhere along the way, she forgets herself- she loses track of who she is and what is happening with her body and mind.
There are three main stages in every woman’s life – Puberty, Marriage, and Conception and menopause. Each of these stages comes with their issues. Inner issues such as hormonal imbalances can lead to problems such as bone loss, back pain and insufficient absorption of nutrients.
A large percentage of our workforce is women. Physically fit, mentally satisfied and happy women make excellent and productive employees.
Our programs are tailor-made for women & cover all relevant topics that can help them achieve inner and outer beauty and health. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
We've made a new screencast that shows an introduction to FusionReactor Cloud, a new way to monitor any number of servers in a consolidated interface that can scale up and down with your infrastructure. Not only do new servers automatically register and deregister themselves with the Cloud dashboard, but it supports a pay-for-what-you-use model that prevents you from locking into a specific number of licenses.
This is a great fit for deployments like Docker Swarm where you can scale your service up and down from day to day. In this demo, I'll show you how to add FusionReactor cloud easily into any CommandBox-based server and show how to deploy it to a Docker Swarm on our Ortus Docker image and then play around with it.
Here's some handy links for the different technologies covered:
CommandBox FusionReactor module
Ortus CommandBox-based Docker Image
Portainer Docker Management GUI | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
August 1, 2019
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U.S. Department of Labor and CPWR-The Center for Construction Research and Training Renew Alliance to Protect Construction Workers
WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and CPWR-The Center for Construction Research and Training (CPWR) recently renewed an alliance agreement to provide construction employers and workers with guidance and training resources to protect workers from exposure to construction hazards.
During the five-year agreement, the partners will address construction hazards including falls, silica exposure, trenching, and working in hot and cold weather, elevator construction safety, emergency response and recovery operations, and safe practices when working in enclosed cabs. The partners will also promote resources to improve safety culture, and encourage employers to implement safety and health programs, and share information on OSHA campaigns and initiatives, and worker protections from retaliation.
“Great progress has been made toward improving safety on construction worksites in this country, but more work must be done to protect worker safety and health,” said acting Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health Loren Sweatt. “OSHA and CPWR will continue to reinforce efforts to eliminate serious hazards until the number of work-related injuries and illnesses is zero.”
In the past, CPWR worked with OSHA to develop an infographic on working safely in trenches and workbook to help contractors improve their safety culture on job sites. The center has served as an organizer for OSHA’s National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction, and Safe + Sound Campaigns.
Founded in 1990, CPWR is the construction safety and health research arm for the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. The center’s research includes current and emerging industry hazards and related safety and health implications; technologies and work practices to prevent occupational injuries and illnesses; and translating research findings into practical tools for employers and workers.
The OSHA Alliance Program fosters collaborative relationships with groups committed to worker safety and health. Alliance partners help OSHA reach targeted audiences, such as employers and workers in high-hazard industries, giving them better access to workplace safety and health tools and information.
Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, employers are responsible for providing safe and healthful workplaces for their employees. OSHA’s role is to help ensure these conditions for America’s working men and women by setting and enforcing standards, and providing training, education and assistance. For more information, visit www.osha.gov.
The mission of the Department of Labor is to foster, promote, and develop the welfare of the wage earners, job seekers, and retirees of the United States; improve working conditions; advance opportunities for profitable employment; and assure work-related benefits and rights.
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The Cincinnati Bengals are heading to their first AFC Championship appearance since 1988 — set to match up against the victor of the Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs game.
Cincinnati survived a stalwart effort by Tennessee's defense, winning the game, 19-16 with a game-winning field goal by rookie placekicker Evan McPherson.
Vrabel's team was built to win games on either side of the ball across all season, en route to the AFC's No. 1 seed. The Titans defense adapted to the Bengals' combo attack of Burrow and rookie wideout Ja'Marr Chase by amassing nine sacks on the QB.
But Burrow remained poised, finishing the game with 28-of-37 passing, 348 yards and zero touchdowns and an interception behind a penetrable offensive line.
Ryan Tannehill and the offense produced a sluggish start, getting picked off on the first play of the game. Jessie Bates II nabbed the interception off Tannehill — a foreshadowing of his impact on this game.
The matchup also marked "King" Derrick Henry's return from a Jones fracture injury.
Henry rushed for a two-yard score in the second quarter to tie the Bengals, 6-6 — preceding a failed two-point conversion by Tennessee.
Cincinnati's "Money" McPherson knocked in a 54-yard field goal moments later to regain the lead (9-6) for the Bengals — his third make of the first half.
The Titans defense totaled five sacks on Burrow in the first half, setting up for their nine-sack total, which tied a postseason record.
Titans running back D'Onta Foreman broke off a 45-yard run in the third quarter to march the Titans back into Bengals territory. He finished as Tennessee's lead rusher with four carries and 66 yards.
Bengals corner Mike Hilton spoiled Tennessee's momentum on the following play: deflecting a Tannehill pass at the line of scrimmage to bounce the ball into his grips for the pick.
Cincinnati and Burrow were ready to push back against the Titans defense until a tipped pass off running back Samaje Perine led to an athletic interception by Tennessee's Amani Hooker.
Tennessee appeared on their way to the victory as the defense's ninth sack on Burrow late in the fourth gave the ball back to Tannehill with two minutes left in the fourth, tied 16-16.
Tannehill threw to a swarmed Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, which was batted up and picked off to give Cincinnati the ball back with 20 seconds remaining.
Ryan Tannehill finished with 15-of-24 passing for 220 yards, one touchdown and three costly interceptions.
Burrow squeezed in a final MVP drive, setting up "Money Mac" for the game-winning 52-yard field goal — ending the Titans' promising playoff run.
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Special to The SUN
You may have seen the purple ribbons on the lamp posts in downtown Pagosa Springs. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and those ribbons are part of Archuleta County Victim Assistance Program’s (ACVAP) Purple Ribbon Campaign to bring community awareness to this serious issue. Each ribbon symbolizes a life that was touched by domestic violence in Archuleta County. Last year, 313 victims of domestic violence and their families received services.
The Clothesline Project is on display during the month of October, as well. This ongoing art exhibit features painted T-shirts that were created by survivors of domestic violence and their families. Each shirt is an expression of that individual’s experience of violence and reflects the emotions, trauma, and hope experienced through healing. The art exhibit is on display at the Ruby Sisson Library through today, Oct. 10, and will then move to Pagosa Springs High School bus hall. It finishes in the rotunda at Town Hall beginning Oct. 23.
With purple being the color for Domestic Violence Awareness Month, there will also be Purple Socks games at PSHS. Last Friday, Oct. 4, the boys’ soccer team wore purple socks against Crested Butte to show their support for raising awareness around this important issue. Other Purple Socks games include the varsity football game Oct. 18 and the volleyball games Saturday, Oct. 26. The cheerleaders will be promoting healthy relationships as well by wearing their purple socks at all of these sports events. All student athletes learned more about the importance of healthy relationships in conjunction with this awareness event.
ACVAP will be highlighting healthy relationships at the “Working Together As a Team” co-ed community volleyball game, Saturday, Oct. 26. This fun-filled awareness-raising event will take place immediately following the varsity volleyball match against Centauri, which begins at 6:30 p.m. Come to cheer on the Pirates, and stay to show your support for healthy relationships.
ACVAP provides a 24-hour free and confidential hotline service to the people of our community. Not only does this hotline provide advocacy for victims of domestic and sexual violence, but it is also available for all community members who have concerns about their relationships. If you’re not sure whether your relationship is healthy or bordering on abusive, there is help. This hotline is primarily a function of volunteers and provides an essential service that makes a difference in the lives of many. ACVAP is offering advocate training for potential volunteers beginning Oct. 14. Call 264-9075 for more information about becoming a volunteer or for the 24-hour hotline.
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Drug abuse, the misuse of drugs that alter a person’s behavior, is one of the most common and costly problems in today’s society. We know drug abuse; we see and feel the consequences every day at school, at work, and in our homes. It costs this country untold sums of money in property damage, loss, treatment of diseases, injuries and even deaths.
The use of substances, such as consumption of alcoholic beverages in a social context, using illegal street drugs, or the use of medicines prescribed by a doctor, is often accepted as normal behavior. Drug abuse occurs when the use of these substances begins to affect personal relationships, performance in studies, work, personal finances, or other negative behaviors. It is at this point that medical or psychiatric treatment is of urgent importance.
Almost everyone has had or will have to make decisions regarding the use or abuse of drugs, whatever way it touches our lives. Education is the first and most important step needed to make the right decision. Accessibility, peer pressure of work or study and the attraction to the physical effects they cause are all ways certain individuals in the world fall into drug abuse. Often the abuse begins as one more experience.
We want to satisfy our curiosity about drugs, and usually we are in control of the situation. But as the use of these drugs continues to the point of excess, control is lost and addiction develops, which ultimately prevents any possibility of stopping.
In some cases, a person may be predisposed to drug abuse on the basis of family history. Some research indicates that the immediate families of drug abusers are prone to abuse. Other potential risk factors include environmental influences and some mental or emotional illness.
If you or someone you care about is struggling with drug abuse, there is a way out. A drug abuse treatment center can help you or your loved one overcome this debilitating problem.
With the guidance and care of a multidisciplinary team of professionals and technicians led by psychiatrists, based on a phased program, drug abuse can be stopped. In essence, an effective drug abuse treatment center provides guaranteed non-consumption of toxic substances with a high level effectiveness, from lifestyle modification, and application of techniques for monitoring the client’s unique situation.
Once discharged from a drug abuse treatment center, patient monitoring does not stop for individuals and families. This observation can be coordinated through continued therapy, as well as through expanding participation of therapy sessions with family members. Recovery is possible. Start with a drug abuse treatment center.
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There has been some talk about making drug testing mandatory for pregnant women. Greg Zoeller, Indiana’s attorney general, introduced the idea but said he merely wanted to draw attention to the growing problem of babies being born with symptoms of prescription drug withdrawal. Drug testing pregnant women is one solution to identify the problem early on.
Zoeller is also co-chairman of the state’s Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Task Force and he has been speaking about solutions to prevent babies from suffering from a condition known as neonatal abstinence syndrome. Babies born to mothers who are abusing prescription or illicit drugs can have the syndrome, which often results in seizures, breathing problems, dehydration, tremors and difficulty feeding.
I think that mandatory drug testing for pregnant women can be a really good thing, as long as it is managed and enforced by the right groups – like the medical community – and not law enforcement. Testing pregnant women is already something that is required, like in the case of testing for HIV, hepatitis, and other conditions that can affect an unborn child. Blood testing for these conditions is non-invasive and is done in the interest of both mother and child as well as in the health interest of the public.
Also, by testing for the presence of drugs – illicit and otherwise, we can get the proper help and support in the way of treatment for these women and their unborn children as well as have medical interventions prepared for after birth and early childhood.
As it stands now, there aren’t enough drug addiction treatment programs available specifically for pregnant women and many flat out do not accept pregnant women in their programs. This is a problem because addiction is non-discriminating: it affects people across cultural, ethnic, religious, gender, and socio-economic lines. That said pregnant women, too, can be affected by addiction. By requiring drug testing as well as offering treatment programs for those testing positive, we can intervene and ensure the health of the mother as well as the child. This will also positively impact the community and society at large if we are to be proactive about this. Think of the costs incurred for treating children with long-lasting issues that result from their mothers’ drug use.
Substance abuse, physical dependence, and addiction are all recognized by the medical profession as real medical conditions. As such, we need to prepare and treat citizens – all citizens, in a responsible way. Drug testing for pregnant women should be part of neo-natal check-ups and should also be done at community and free clinics. Ignoring the problem of drug abuse will only perpetuate the vicious cycle of babies being born drug-dependent and growing up with related health issues – both physical and psychological. By getting moms the help they need, they will be better-prepared at parenting. And, they will be responsible, contributing members of society.
Mandatory drug testing of pregnant women can be a beneficial program that serves the mother, child, community, and society at large.
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Tourism recovery in Thailand has been faster than expected in recent months, giving reason for celebration to many in the sector. In April, the annual Songkran festivals offer the perfect excuse for a party – and operators nationwide are expected to pull out all the stops. For visitors to the Land of Smiles this month, it promises to be a wet and wild adventure.
Songkran is the Thai New Year holiday, celebrated on 13-15 April each year with large-scale water fights and street parties – some of the most iconic events in the festival calendar. The tradition goes back hundreds of years, as part of a nationwide cleansing ritual designed to wash away the old and refresh the Kingdom ahead of a New Year.
During the old pandemic era, Songkran was a useful barometer of where government restrictions were at; the festival was cancelled in some years, and carefully controlled in others. Now, with restrictions lifted and tourism fully back in business, the Kingdom is looking forward to hosting a festival to remember.
“Prime Minister Prayut Chan-O-Cha has set up guidelines to promote tourism,” said government spokesperson Anucha Burapachaisri in a recent statement. “We are confident that the government’s tourism stimulus measures will help boost Thailand’s tourism,” he added. The government is putting extra resources into promoting this year’s celebrations, and is even planning to waive fees on motorway toll roads to encourage attendance.
Part of the “Rao Tiew Duay Kan” (“We Travel Together”) scheme to stimulate domestic tourism, created by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), official Songkran events will be hosted in five provinces nationwide. Many more informal celebrations will be held in towns and villages all over the country.
The government is forecasting a major uptick in tourism this month, as around 17-20 million are expected to travel around the country for the Songkran celebrations. To ensure their safety, Deputy Government Spokesperson Rachada Dhnadirek has urged foreign visitors to install the I Lert U mobile application. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Overview of Recife, Brazil
Located in the northeastern part of Brazil, Recife is a city known for its rich history, stunning beaches, and dynamic cultural scene. Often referred to as the “Venice of Brazil” due to its extensive waterways and bridges, Recife, Brazil offers travelers a unique blend of old and new. Its Afro-Brazilian heritage, colonial architecture, and modern attractions make it a must-visit destination for those exploring Brazil.
History and Heritage of Recife, Brazil
Recife, Brazil boasts a vibrant history dating back to the colonial period. Founded in the early 16th century, it became a major port city and played a pivotal role in Brazil’s sugar trade. Visitors can explore historic sites such as the Recife Antigo district, where colonial buildings, art galleries, and museums tell the story of Recife’s past. The city is also known for its rich African influences, which are celebrated in annual festivals and cultural events.
Top Attractions in Recife, Brazil
- Praia de Boa Viagem – This famous beach in Recife, Brazil is ideal for relaxation and offers stunning views, along with plenty of dining and shopping options.
- Instituto Ricardo Brennand – A museum and cultural complex featuring art, sculptures, and one of the largest collections of medieval artifacts in Brazil.
- Marco Zero Square – The heart of Recife Antigo and a popular spot for concerts, art fairs, and starting point for tours of historic Recife, Brazil.
- Casa da Cultura – A former prison turned cultural center where visitors can shop for traditional crafts and learn about Recife’s diverse cultural heritage.
Exploring the Cuisine of Recife, Brazil
Food lovers visiting Recife, Brazil can savor a unique blend of flavors influenced by Portuguese, African, and Indigenous culinary traditions. Popular dishes include moqueca (a seafood stew) and baião de dois (a mix of rice and beans). For a true taste of Recife, don’t miss the street food stalls offering acarajé (fried black-eyed pea balls) and bolo de rolo (a sweet cake roll).
Nightlife and Entertainment in Recife, Brazil
Recife, Brazil is known for its vibrant nightlife and musical heritage. The city has a thriving music scene with genres like frevo and maracatu taking center stage. Popular nightlife districts include Recife Antigo and Boa Viagem, where you can enjoy live music, dance clubs, and cozy bars. Events like the Recife Carnival also attract thousands of visitors with street parties, parades, and traditional music.
Tips for Visiting Recife, Brazil
To make the most of your visit to Recife, Brazil, consider the following travel tips:
- Language: While Portuguese is the primary language, many tourist areas offer English assistance.
- Weather: Recife has a tropical climate, so pack light, breathable clothing and sunscreen.
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The literary works of crime-fiction master Gil Brewer have slowly become reprints by publishers like Hard Case Crime and . In 2006, Stark House Press reprinted two of Brewer's novels as one volume - 1960's Nude on Thin Ice and 1962's Memory of Passion. I've found Brewer's work to be slightly above average aside from what could be the genre's most impressive title, 1958's The Vengeful Virgin. The Stark House reprint offers an introduction by David Rachels where he proclaims that Memory of Passion contains characters that are "Brewer's ultimate portrayal of the male condition". Considering that Brewer's underlining emphasis is sex, I was curious to read it.
The novel features 11 total sections with each section containing a line from the song "Where or When" (from the musical "Babes in Arms"). Like many crime-noirs, Brewer's protagonist is a frustrated married man sailing the rough seas of domestic life. Bill Sommers is a wealthy artist and father living in a posh neighborhood. He drives a Porsche, is generally well-liked by his community, yet his wife Louise presents a consistent daily struggle. Often she's at neighborhood parties, displaying a fleshly fondness for the couple's circle of friends. Sommers mental solitude is dwelling on his first love, a teenage fling with a lover named Karen. The two were intimately best friends and Sommers feels she may have been the love of his life. But that was 20+ years ago and he hasn't spoken to Karen since. Until the phone rings...
Oddly, Sommers begins receiving calls from a teenage girl who claims she is Karen. After agreeing to meet her, Sommers is shocked to find that somehow Karen is ageless! She's still the teenage beauty queen from his youth. After refusing her advances and questioning his sanity, Sommers can't fight that feeling anymore. The two begin a hot-blooded affair that leaves the main character a shell of a man. He's plagued by guilt, wrecked with emotion and morally torn by his animalistic lust.
While Brewer injects his novel with a carnal energy, the narrative's pace eventually leads to a crime. Karen's mysterious presence leads to a deadly altercation that propels the novel's second half. With a sex-killer prowling suburban streets, Karen becomes the next target. But with Sommers caught in a love affair, he too begins to be ensnared by the killer. The author's presentation then becomes the view point of three characters – Karen, Sommers and the killer. And that very well may have been the book's ultimate demise.
Shockingly, I found this book to be well below average for a Gil Brewer work. He's certainly had some sleepers (Flight to Darkness), but Memory of Passion rests too much on the killer's thought pattern and behavior. Often I was reminded of provocative horror authors like Edward Lee and Richard Laymon. They were probably inspired by Brewer and/or crime-noir and this novel presents the raw sexual intensity that those two authors often utilized. I found that I didn't particularly like any of the characters and was never absorbed by Sommers' moral dilemma – I found him to be a rather lifeless character without any heroic traits. While advocates aren't mandatory, they sure can elevate a narrative saturated in depravity.
Overall, this is a Gil Brewer novel that I'll quickly forget. Thankfully Stark House Press offers an affordable reading option, but I can't fathom purchasing a high-dollar original paperback. Memory of Passion just isn't any good.
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Travelling with an invisible disability can present a host of challenges. From dealing with long queues to sorting out your medication, there are many things you will need to consider for your next trip. Fortunately, there are ways that you can make the process smoother, meaning you can arrive at your destination relaxed and ready to enjoy yourself.
Here are some top tips to make travelling with an invisible disability easier.
Make a Plan
Proper planning is crucial for any trip at home or abroad. Give yourself plenty of time to do your research and make your holiday plan of action. First, consider each step of the holiday: getting to the airport, flying, making your way to the hotel and back again.
Make a list of things you will need for each step and consider any potential difficulties that might arise. Then, for each, consider what you might need to simplify the process.
Allow Plenty of Time
There’s nothing worse than being in a rush – it can throw a wrench into even the best-laid plans. So leave plenty of time to allow for any hiccups arriving at the airport, such as traffic jams or delayed buses and trains. Allowing yourself plenty of time will take the high-stakes pressure off and ensure you start your trip off right.
Know the Laws in your Destination Country
If you are taking any medications with you, it is good to fully understand the laws on taking prescription and over the counter drugs to your destination country. For example, some common medicines in the UK are banned or restricted in other places, so to ensure you don’t get held up at the airport, you should cross-reference your medications with the laws.
Do this well in advance, particularly if the medication you require is essential – you may have to amend your travel plans if you can’t travel with vital medicines.
Travel insurance can help give peace of mind that any unexpected medical expenses abroad will be covered, and you won’t be left with a hefty bill. Research the travel insurance available to those with pre-existing conditions. For instance, Staysure offer specialist insurance for holiday-makers of any age and cover a vast range of pre-existing condition cover.
Tell People What You Need
Be prepared to advocate for yourself as you travel. Get in touch with the travel company, airline and hotel in advance to let them know what your requirements are and find out how they can accommodate you.
You could also consider letting people know as you travel that you have special requirements as a reminder and in case of emergencies.
Learn Key Phrases
If you are travelling to a non-English speaking country, it helps to note a few key phrases that may come in useful as you travel. In addition to greetings, directions and other important phrases, learn how to ask for help specifically related to your disability and things like where the nearest hospital or pharmacy is located. There are many online guides to help you get started.
Travelling with an invisible disability can be challenging, but with a bit of extra planning and forethought, there is nothing to stop you from having an excellent, stress-free experience. The key is to ensure you have prepared thoroughly for the process and understand what additional steps you need to take throughout. Most importantly, remember to have fun and enjoy your holiday. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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This NASDAQ-listed company operates within the Aerospace & Defense industry segment, falling under the Industrials sector. The current market capitalization of Smith & Wesson Brands Inc is $628.61M. A total of 0.67 million shares were traded on the day, compared to an average of 372.57K shares.
In the most recent transaction, SCOTT ROBERT L sold 2,000 shares of SWBI for 16.07 per share on Jul 29 ’24. After the transaction, the Director now owns 67,569 company shares. In a previous transaction on Jul 29 ’24, ROBERT L SCOTT bought 2,000 shares at 16.07 per share.
Among the insiders who sold shares, SCOTT ROBERT L disposed of 2,000 shares on Jun 28 ’24 at a per-share price of $14.80. This resulted in the Director holding 69,569 shares of SWBI after the transaction. In another insider transaction, SCOTT ROBERT L sold 2,000 shares at $17.90 per share on Mar 20 ’24. Company shares held by the Director now total 71,569.
The income generated by dividends is an indication that a company is improving its financial position, which is why investors prefer companies paying dividends. Smith & Wesson Brands Inc pays an annual dividend of $0.50, resulting in a dividend yield of 3.57%, and it has a price to earnings (P/E) ratio of 18.79. SWBI’s most recent ex-dividend date was 9/19/2024 when it declared a $0.13 quarterly dividend that was paid in cash on 10/3/2024. Previously, the company paid the dividend on 7/25/2024 with an ex-dividend date of 7/11/2024. The SWBI stock dividend was $0.13 per share in cash.
Even though price targets are rarely accurate, they do tend to exert some kind of influence from time to time and are often considered important by markets. In terms of 52-week highs and lows, SWBI has a high of $18.05 and a low of $11.96.
Balance Sheet Annually/Quarterly
In a balance sheet, you can see what assets and liabilities the company has, as well as how much equity investors have invested. These figures can be used to calculate a company’s financial ratios to give investors a better idea of its prospects. SWBI’s latest balance sheet shows that the firm has $120.73M in Cash & Short Term Investments as of fiscal 2022. There were $40.28M in debt and $88.95M in liabilities at the time. Its Book Value Per Share was $8.43, while its Total Shareholder’s Equity was $360.51M.
The risks associated with pre-market and after-hours trading may be slightly higher than the regular market hours. The reason is that extended-hours trading may result in wider spreads for particular security due to lower liquidity and higher volatility as issuers often announce critical financial information outside regular trading hours. Currently, 0 analysts are providing their opinions on the stock. On a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being Sell and 5 being Buy, the average analyst rating for SWBI is Buy with a score of 5.00. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
What In the World is HIP?
There are many reasons why a manufacturer would want to minimize any internal voids or porosity in a part. This is where HIP, short for Hot Isostatic Press, comes in. HIP applies high temperatures and high pressure to a part from all directions, helping to close those spaces. In this Metallurgy Minute, Paulo metallurgist Derek Denlinger gives an overview of HIP and some examples of what it can do. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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Utah’s suicide rate has always been higher than that of the rest of the nation. Among teens ages 10 to 17, the suicide rate has tripled in less than a decade. On average two Utah teens attempt to end their lives every day. It can be easy to lose hope given the current trends showing teen suicide rising rates of suicide in the state.
Their stories are intertwined with interviews with experts as well as the story of a peer Hope Squad at Lone Peak High School in Highland, Utah that has reduced suicide rates. Currently Hope4Utah has 180 hope squads in schools across the state with 5,000 school age students reaching out to help their peers everyday. In addition, the program has 500 Hope Squad advisors who are most often school counselors and teachers.
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Reducing suicide rates is complex. As Greg Hudnall, the founder of Hope4Utah, acknowledges, “it takes an entire community to save a child.” He encourages everyone to learn basic suicide prevent techniques and to be informed about mental health resources within one’s community.
Students at Lone Peak High School discuss their involvement in the HOPE4UTAH program and the effect it has had on them personally and throughout the student body.
The HOPE4UTAH program has succeeded in schools across the state by bringing the topic of suicide out of the shadows. Hope Squad members are taught that the stigma surrounding suicide prevents many people from talking about their own thoughts of suicide. When a fellow student approaches them, they listen and reassure the student. The Hope Squad member then gets their peer in contact with a trusted adult. The school has also employed a full-time social worker to ensure that all students have someone they can talk to who knows how to assess their needs and put them in touch with the right resources.
David Davis talks about his suicide attempt and his desire to live.
David Davis attempted to end his life after deciding he didn’t want to face the realities of adult life. “Instead of growing up, I decided to give up.” Davis had just experienced a series of very normal teenage events (his girlfriend broke up with him and he wrecked the family car) when he decided to jump off a building. After waking up in the hospital, Davis says he knew immediately that he wanted to live. His family got him the help he needed, and he has worked since for his family’s forgiveness and has tried to live a life of service in the community.
Drs. Douglas Gray and Perry Renshaw discuss the Intermountain West’s high suicide rate and treatments that might reduce altitude related depression.
Utah is not alone in the higher rates of suicide. The rest of the Intermountain West experiences similar rates. While the dilemmas and pressures of growing up coupled with the fact that teens tend to be more emotional and more impulsive make some young people more vulnerable, researchers have speculated that altitude might play a role in causing higher rates of depressions and other mental health issues. Recent research at the University of Utah has confirmed a link to altitude. Dr. Perry Renshaw is now testing treatments he believes can radically reduce the region’s suicide rate.
Suicide Prevention Resources
Please visit the links on this page to find out more about how you can help in the effort to reduce suicide within your community.
Utah Suicide Prevention Coalition
The Utah Suicide Prevention Coalition is a partnership of community members, suicide survivors, service providers, researchers, and others dedicated to saving lives and advancing suicide prevention efforts in Utah.
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About the Producer
Frank Feldman is a local independent film producer and graduate of the University of Utah’s Film Studies program. His last film for KUED 'A Changing Harvest' looked at the disappearance of local family farms along the Wasatch Front. His work also includes 'Natural Family Values' which tells the story of one Utah town’s attempt to define marriage for its residents and 'Vapid Lovelies' which won the Spirit of Slamdance Award. Frank also produces and hosts “Thank God I’m Atheist" a weekly podcast on current events and politics. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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"From the woods the hunter returns with his hard won game. This will be a great treat for the celebration in the village. His billowy shirt strikes a very handsome chord with the ladies"This renaissance shirt features a stand up collar and lace up front. The sleeves are wide and roomy and end with an elastic gather. The tucks on the back yoke, sleeve tops and front yoke add to its attractiveness. Wonderful color choice of blue, cocoa, wine or natural. 100% cotton. Dry clean only. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
China releases 1st images of complete Tiangong space station
The crew of China's Shenzhou 16 mission captured incredible images of the Tiangong Space Station as they departed on their way back to Earth.
The pictures, taken with a high-definition camera, represent the first time the full structure of the Tiangong space station has been fully imaged since it arrived in orbit.
Prior to disembarking, the Shenzhou 16 team handed control of the space station over to the Shenzhou 17 crew, who arrived at Tiangong on Oct. 26. The three taikonauts (Chinese astronauts) consisting of commander Jing Haipeng, Zhu Yangzhu and Gui Haichao then left Tiangong on Oct. 30 in the Shenzhou 16 return capsule and arrived back from low-Earth orbit on the same day.
Located at 217 and 280 miles (340 to 450 kilometers) over the planet, the first unit of the Tiangong known as Tianhe arrived in low-Earth orbit in 2021. Its first crew, Shenzhou 12, arrived at the space station on June 16, 2021. They spent 90 days at the station, which was three times longer than any prior taikonaut mission.
The second and third units of the space station, Wentian and Mengtian, were launched in 2022 and 2023, respectively. This completed the 180-foot (55-meter) long station, which weighs 77 tons and is about 20% as large as the International Space Station.
Since then, Tiangong — whose name means "Heavenly Palace" — has hosted a rotating crew of three taikonauts who have performed a host of important science experiments, something the CMSA aims to maintain for at least a decade.
The crew of Tiangong 16, the fifth team to inhabit the space station, continued the scientific exploration conducted aboard the space station by conducting a spacewalk, growing vegetables, and conducting a live lecture from space during which they demonstrated lighting a match in microgravity.
The stunning Shenzhou 16 images may capture Tiangong in its full glory as it is currently, but if the CMSA gets its way, the image will soon be out of date. On Oct. 4 at the 47th International Astronautical Congress in Baku, the space agency revealed it intends to expand the space station with an extra three modules, bringing its total unit count up to six.
In addition to this, the CMSA intends to send Tiangong some company in the form of a Hubble-class space telescope called "Xuntian" that will orbit Earth alongside the space station and will be capable of meeting up with it for repairs, refueling, and even upgrading.
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I have re-intoduced a funky black and cream stripe vest I designed back in 1997 and they are proving very popular, so I am making them available on my online shop too!
Made in my lovely Italian viscose yarn, they are a dream to wear and machine washable too!
A picture above are of some other styles made in the same stripe pattern.
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Chest: S-82cm/32”, M-86cm/34”, L-90cm/36”, XL-96cm/38”.
All measurements are approximate as these garments are hand-made knits and move to fit the body. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Grave Encounters: A Terrifying Found Footage Horror Film
If you are a fan of paranormal reality shows and haunted locations, you might want to check out Grave Encounters, a 2011 Canadian found footage horror film directed by the Vicious Brothers. The film follows the crew of a ghost hunting TV show as they lock themselves inside an abandoned psychiatric hospital that is supposedly haunted by the spirits of its former patients and staff. What starts as a routine investigation soon turns into a nightmare as they realize that the hospital is alive and has no intention of letting them out.
The film was released on DVD in France by Cpasbien, a popular torrent site that offers a wide range of movies and series for download. You can find the French version of Grave Encounters under the title ESP Fenomeni Paranormali, which translates to ESP Paranormal Phenomena. The DVD quality is excellent and the subtitles are optional. You can also watch the original English version with French subtitles if you prefer.
Grave Encounters is a low-budget film that relies on practical effects and atmospheric scares rather than CGI or gore. The film has a realistic and documentary-like style that makes it more immersive and believable. The actors deliver convincing performances as they gradually lose their sanity and hope of escape. The film also has some clever twists and turns that keep you guessing until the end.
If you are looking for a thrilling and terrifying horror film that will keep you on the edge of your seat, you should definitely give Grave Encounters a try. You can download it from Cpasbien using this link: https://cpasbien-ch.fr/grave-encounters-french-dvdrip-u-cpasbien. But be warned: you might not want to watch it alone or in the dark.Grave Encounters is not the only film that explores the horrors of a haunted asylum. In fact, it has a sequel that was released in 2012, called Grave Encounters 2. The sequel follows a group of film students who are obsessed with the original film and decide to visit the same hospital to prove that it was real. However, they soon discover that they have made a grave mistake and that the hospital is more dangerous than ever.
Grave Encounters 2 is also available on Cpasbien under the title ESP Fenomeni Paranormali 2. The sequel has a higher budget and more special effects than the first film, but it also has more humor and meta-references. Some fans of the original film might find the sequel less scary and more cheesy, but others might enjoy the different tone and style. The sequel also features some cameo appearances from the original cast, as well as some surprising revelations about the nature of the hospital.
If you liked Grave Encounters and want to see more of the twisted world of Collingwood Psychiatric Hospital, you can download Grave Encounters 2 from Cpasbien using this link: https://cpasbien-ch.fr/grave-encounters-2-french-dvdrip-u-cpasbien. But be careful: you might not be able to sleep after watching it. 061ffe29dd | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Gain insight into one of the most intriguing books of the Bible: Revelation
The end times. The second coming. When Jesus returns. No matter how you refer to the last book of the Bible, Revelation is an epic battle between good and evil. Through evocative imagery that sparks our imagination, the final book in the New Testament can both intrigue and confuse believers.
Stop spinning your wheels, trying to unlock the secret code of what might happen when, how, and where.
A New Heaven and a New Earth: 40 Practical Insights from John’s Book of Revelation will help you read Revelation and study it with the goal of applying it to your life today. Even if you’ve been in church your whole life, it will inspire you to hope in Christ’s return and the establishment of a new heaven and earth.
Through forty daily readings, you’ll discover how Revelation can best inform what we do, think, and believe today. A combination of Bible study teaching through a devotional style, you’ll discover practical and understandable insights you can apply to your life and spiritual journey right now.
In this Bible study devotional on Revelation, you’ll:
- gain a fresh approach to the book of Revelation
- explore how to apply it to your life in meaningful ways
- gain a broader and more impactful view of John’s Revelation
- hold on to hope that good will triumph over evil in the end
- trust in a God who holds the past, present, and future in his hands
Join Peter DeHaan, a lifetime student of the Bible and founder of the A Bible a Day website, in this study on Revelation that will teach and encourage you. Through forty daily insights, you’ll gain practical application about the final book of the Bible and feel more confident in your understanding of this often-confusing book.
Through short readings, application questions, and additional biblical references, you’ll receive hope and assurance that God is in control over every future event. This book is ideal for individuals, small groups, and Bible studies.
If you’ve ever wondered how Revelation can apply to your life, then start with A New Heaven and a New Earth to discover what God’s final words can teach you.
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The European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Disease (ESCMID) takes the opportunity ahead of the European Antibiotic Awareness Day (EAAD) on November 18th to highlight two of the society’s more recent projects in the fight against antimicrobial resistance.
ESCMID has over the past years been very active in the area of antimicrobial resistance. Not only is antibiotic resistance a central topic at its annual congress ECCMID, several of its study groups focus on developing strategies and policies to tackle the problem and the society supports many European and international initiatives. Most noteworthy, is its role in setting up the European Committee on Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (EUCAST), which determines breakpoints for bacteria and fungi for existing and new antimicrobial agents.
Earlier this year, ESCMID introduced the European Committee on Infection Control (EUCIC), which aims to increase harmonization of infection control and prevention measures across Europe using education, training goals, guidelines and political awareness. Already, it has over 50% of European countries accounted for (including Sweden, Spain, Germany, United Kingdom, and Italy)and is now calling for national representation to come forward from each of the remaining countries.
EUCIC is further calling on professionals from European countries to help set-up national committees, the major goal of which is to provide the Advisory Board with relevant networks within each country. EUCIC’s objective is to create a new infection, control, and prevention (IPC) network based on extensive partnerships among European national representatives and the most relevant societies in the field of infection control, infectious diseases and clinical microbiology.
EUCIC Chair Prof. Evelina Tacconelli, Universitätsklinikum Tübingen, in Germany, added: “It’s a really exciting time with the new group having formed, and we are now actively seeking out representatives from the remaining European nations to start projects in collaboration with international stakeholders, as well as other ESCMID groups working on infection control and preventive measures. Ultimately, this group and these collaborations will contribute to harmonize infection control across Europe through increased educational and training tools and new guidance documents.”
The ESCMID Study Group for Antibiotic Policies (ESGAP) is currently finishing a European-wide survey on the “teaching on prudent antibiotic prescribing” among final-year medical students. More than 10,000 have participated, and the results will be announced at ECCMID 2016. The study group is now calling on junior doctors throughout Europe to take part in a study on “antibiotic prescribing and resistance”. Evaluating these cross-country trends will provide the information necessary to improve clinical practice and help mitigate the growth of antimicrobial resistance. ESGAP Chair Prof. Bojana Beovic of the Ljubljana University Medical Centre, who is leading the project, says the group currently has around 800 responses. “However, we would like to use the antibiotic awareness day to increase collaborations across Europe and welcome new input from clinicians fighting antibiotic resistance”.
ESGAP Secretary Prof. Céline Pulcini, from Nancy University Hospital (France), who helped spearhead the EAAD initiative, commented: “EAAD provides a focus for national campaigns on prudent antibiotic use, for the engagement of professionals and for communication capacity development. EAAD also provides support to European countries by developing evidence-based key messages and materials for different target audiences, including messages and template materials for prescribers” | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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WP 1 - Overall Sustainability & Business Development of the OITB
WP1 on "Overall Sustainability & Business Development (Exploitation) of the PHOENIX-OITB association" will establish an easy access SEP operational structure to sustainably coordinate the value chain that will merge all services necessary to develop solutions for customers.
WP 2 - Quality Management
WP2 on "Quality Management" will develop and generate a PQMS providing a strategic life cycle approach, based on GAMP 5, SbD and QbD supported by a Process Analytical Technology (PAT) strategy, where computational, technical, manufacturing, testing and stability aspects are proactively implemented and monitored, controlled and optimised by way of a feed-back system (=control strategy). QM will be responsible for ensuring the development of all the required procedures in accordance with relevant GMP standards.
WP 3 - Research and Development
WP3 on "Research and Development" will be mainly responsible for identification, evaluation, and verification of the quality, efficacy and safety (QES) methods to ensure their suitability for the intended purpose. The methodologies for the physico-chemical characterisation, advanced in vitro and in vivo characterisation will be implemented into a framework that will ensure that the properties and features of the nano-pharmaceuticals are maintained throughout the transition from the lab to the production. WP3 will strive to implement GLP-compliant facilities for conducting preclinical and safety pharmacological studies (absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion (ADME), PK/PD, and toxicology testing) of nano-pharmaceuticals adhering to international regulatory requirements and submission requirements for clinical trials or marketing authorisation. Accordingly, WP3 will demonstrate the cost-effectiveness, clarity, and viability of guidance documents and decision-making tools provided by PHOENIX-OITB R&D Strategy in relevance to demo cases.
WP 4 - Production (Chemistry, Manufacturing, Control)
WP4 on "Production (Chemistry, Manufacturing, Control – CMC)" will represent the gateway that links lab processes to the clinics, by providing the necessary knowledge and support for the production of nano-pharmaceuticals under GMP conditions. To do so, WP4 will combine process knowledge with regulatory knowledge based on regulatory requirements for the QES of the nano-pharmaceutical products, intermediates, and formulations (technical transfer from Non-GMP to GMP). WP4 comprises quality control testing under GMP conditions, on site acceptance tests (SAT) for demo-case related KETs and the production of demo case batches to show that the established production systems can be properly implemented and interfaces properly with the new peripherals and working environment. Thus, WP4 will work on method and tech transfer, establishment of Process Analytical Technologies (PAT), process optimizations during scale-up and GMP production. During the PHOENIX project, scale-up will be demonstrated by bringing five demo cases to batch sizes that are representative of real industrial production.
WP 5 - Regulatory Support
WP5 will offer regulatory support to end-users to eliminate “non-necessary” testing as well as to ensure “certainty” about regulatory compliance of nano-pharmaceuticals under development. The regulatory team will analyse the guidelines and legislation to develop PHOENIX Regulatory Roadmap that will help in determining any additional testing, studies or documents that might be required for target products prior to initiating clinical trials. Therefore, all relevant QES issues with regard to user product vs. gold standard and the overall regulatory acceptance of the nano-pharmaceuticals will be addressed, elaborated and evaluated. WP5 will provide the Investigational Medicinal Product Dossier (IMPD) for all the PHOENIX demo cases at the end of the project.
WP 6 - Marketing (Dissemination & Communication)
WP6 on "Marketing (Dissemination & Communication)" will establish effective communication and dissemination via web, conferences & workshops, social and business networking and scientific publishing channels. WP6 aims to identify and establish the link to stakeholders, and to create access to PHOENIX data and facilities by conducting marketing activities interacting closely with WP7 to ensure adequate protection of IP before public disclosure, and with WP1 for supporting sustainability by establishing a link between service partners.
WP 7 - Project Management and Coordination
WP7 on "Project Management and Coordination" will cover project coordination of the PHOENIX project, organisation of overall administrative management (capture, annual work plans); organisation of project-related meetings; reporting to the European Commission; effective dialogue and coordination with project partners to monitor the project progress for early detection of any potential deviation or delay; to review and ensure quality and compliance of the time and budget. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
I was delighted to chat this morning with two of the leading members of the cast of a performance next month of one of the most gruesome tales of the Victorian age, Sweeney Todd – the Demon Barber of Fleet Street.
Ashley Marie-Stone and Laura Mann are members of Southend Operatic and Dramatic Society and it was great to hear their passion not just for performing generally but especially for their particular roles – Ashley playing the complex Mrs Lovett, Todd’s sidekick, and Laura portraying the craziness of the Beggar Woman. It’s all too easy for an audience to take a performance for granted, so it was also fascinating to hear Laura and Ashley talk about some of the technical challenges posed by Stephen Sondheim’s music.
Recently celebrating its 125th anniversary SODS is one of the longest established musical theatre groups in the country and an intrinsic part of the story of Southend, and in particular central to the town’s theatrical heritage.
Laura explained that SODS is always delighted to hear from anyone interested in joining them; if you’d like to take part in an audition contact the Membership Secretary.
For ticket information for Sweeney Todd – which is at Westcliff’s Palace Theatre between 11th and 14th November – contact the Box Office. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Bostik Premier League team Billericay Town are working hard to transform their ground in time for the new season – and the progress is amazing.
I was there on 17 April with nearly 2,000 other fans to watch the Blues turn over local rivals Canvey Island 3-1 in their last home game of the season.
I arrived at 8.30am this morning to find dozens of people at work on all areas of the ground. Three of the new stands are in place, along with about 500 seats. New bars and toilet blocks are being constructed on the corners, and the clubhouse is being completely refurbished, with foundations in place for new buildings adjacent to it.
The pitch looks stunning under a rare summer sky filled with cirrocumulus clouds.
The back of the main stand will be home to a new mural depicting the history of the club, and that is also taking great shape, with the Mayflower connections and the three FA Vase victories already in place.
Glenn Tamplin promised the fans major changes in two fan forums held last season – and it looks like he is set to deliver in time for the new season. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
You really do have to admire the inventiveness of the man claiming to be a police detective who tried to get a store for adult movies to give him free X-rated videos, on the grounds that he needed to make sure that the performers weren’t under age.
After 3 unsuccessful attempts the store manager called in the real police.
According to authorities the man showed a badge and left a business card from the Longmont police “age verification unit” which surprise, surprise, doesn’t exist!
Whilst the card didn’t bear an individual’s name the store’s CCTV video is being used to try and trace the individual involved!
So whilst he didn’t get any movies, he’s now starring in one himself!
And Margaret Mills kept to the theme of crime today with the tale of John Turner, an Essex burglar who was very active for a time in the 1820’s.
Listen again here to what Margaret told me today: –
See you again soon, | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
The Orient Hour
The Orient Hour Team
In tonight’s Orient Hour, host Billy Herring is joined in the studio by Jamie Stripe and on the telephone by Club CEO Danny Macklin.
They discuss the announcement this week about the salary cap for Leagues 1 and 2 and how it will affect Leyton Orient. Danny also answers questions sent in from supporters.
Enjoy the show! | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Welcome to a glimpse of Nida & Shayan's grand royal albert palace pakistani wedding. To say this wedding was grand would be an understatement. The first event, the mehndi, was held at Royal Albert Palace, and it was truly amazing. I fell in love with this picture taken during the groom's entrance (also known as the baraat), yes they did do things a little differently and had a baraat on the mehndi day. This smoke bomb picture and the energy it captures as they were making their way towards the venue was just spectacular. The boys really brought all their energy and it showed in the photos. Just a few minutes before this photo was taken, it was actually raining. I was so glad that the rain had stopped just in time for us to capture some amazing pictures with the smoke bomb. If you want to make a grand entrance then definitely consider smoke bombs, can't go wrong and they bring a beautiful splash of color to your photos!
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